How To Fix CC565 - Change object & has already been used in ECR &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CC - ECM: Messages

• Message number: 565

• Message text: Change object & has already been used in ECR &

What causes this issue?

You want to create a new change object (for example, BOM) for the
change request.

System Response

The system checks whether
the indicator <DS:DE.CC_EXCLU>One object management record for ECR/ECO
</> is set in the control data in Customizing for <LS>Engineering
Change Management</>:
the change object has already been processed with reference to an ECO
that has not been completed

How to fix this error?

Since the indicator is set and the change object has already been
processed with reference to an incomplete order, you cannot enter the
change object.
You cannot create an object management record for the change object
until you have set the system status <LS>Complete</> in the ECO.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CC565 - Change object & has already been used in ECR & ?

  The SAP error message CC565 indicates that a change object (such as a change request or change document) has already been used in an Engineering Change Record (ECR). This typically occurs in the context of managing changes in product structures, bills of materials (BOMs), or other engineering-related data within SAP's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or Change Management modules.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to use a change object that has already been associated with an ECR. This can happen if:
  
  You are trying to add a change object to a new ECR while it is still linked to an existing one.
  There is an attempt to modify or delete a change object that is currently in use by an ECR.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check ECR Status: Verify the status of the ECR that is using the change object. If the ECR is still open or in a status that allows changes, you may need to complete or close it before making further modifications.
  
  
  Review Change Object Usage: Identify where the change object is currently being used. You can do this by checking the ECR to see which change objects are linked to it.
  
  
  Remove or Reassign: If you need to use the change object in a different ECR, you may need to remove it from the current ECR first. This can usually be done in the ECR management transaction (e.g., transaction code CC01 for creating ECRs, CC02 for changing them).
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's change management procedures for specific guidelines on handling change objects and ECRs.
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If the issue persists or if you are unsure about the steps to take, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CC01, CC02, CC03 (for creating, changing, and displaying ECRs), and CC04 (for displaying change documents).
  Change Management Process: Understanding the overall change management process in your organization can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or specific fixes related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CC565 error and continue with your change management activities in SAP.