How To Fix CM_MDG_BS_CLF_GEN001 - Change number switch not supported; reset change number to &1

CM_MDG_BS_CLF_GEN001 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_MDG_BS_CLF_GEN - Classification Message Class

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Change number switch not supported; reset change number to &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_MDG_BS_CLF_GEN001 - Change number switch not supported; reset change number to &1 ?

  The SAP error message CM_MDG_BS_CLF_GEN001 indicates that a change number switch is not supported in the current context, and it suggests resetting the change number to a specified value (represented by &1). This error typically occurs in the context of Master Data Governance (MDG) when trying to manage change requests or data changes that involve change numbers.
  
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported Change Number: The change number you are trying to use may not be valid for the current operation or context. This can happen if the change number is not active, has been deleted, or is not applicable to the specific data object you are working with.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the MDG system that restrict the use of certain change numbers based on the business process or data model.
  Data Model Restrictions: The data model in use may not support the change number functionality for the specific type of data you