How To Fix CL093 - You can only maintain classes and characteristics with a change number

CL093 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CL - Classification

• Message number: 093

• Message text: You can only maintain classes and characteristics with a change number

What causes this issue?

You want to create, change, or delete a class. You need a change number
for this function.
This can be for one of the following reasons:
The characteristics of this class have already been changed with a
<DS:GLOS.change_number>change number</>.
The class type is defined in Customizing such that a change number is
required.

System Response

The system checks whether the characteristics of the class have been
changed with a change number. If they have, you must enter a change
number every time you make changes.
The system checks the Customizing settings for the class type.

How to fix this error?

On the initial class maintenance screen:
Enter a valid change number.
On the characteristics screen in class maintenance:
Save your changes and call the function again with a valid change
number.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CL093 - You can only maintain classes and characteristics with a change number ?

  The SAP error message CL093 ("You can only maintain classes and characteristics with a change number") typically occurs when you are trying to make changes to classes or characteristics in the Classification System without a valid change number. This is a part of SAP's change management functionality, which is designed to ensure that changes to master data are controlled and tracked.
  
  Cause:
  
  Change Management Activation: The system is configured to require a change number for modifications to classes and characteristics. This is often set up in industries where strict change control is necessary, such as manufacturing or pharmaceuticals.
  Missing Change Number: You are attempting to make changes without entering a valid change number, which is required for the operation you are trying to perform.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter a Change Number: When prompted by the system, you need to enter a valid change number. This change number should correspond to an active change request that has been