How To Fix CM_MDG_BS_CLF_GEN036 - Multiple change found for &1 for valid from &2, change no. &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_MDG_BS_CLF_GEN - Classification Message Class

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Multiple change found for &1 for valid from &2, change no. &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_MDG_BS_CLF_GEN036 - Multiple change found for &1 for valid from &2, change no. &3 ?

  The SAP error message CM_MDG_BS_CLF_GEN036 indicates that there are multiple changes found for a specific business object (represented by &1) that are valid from a certain date (&2) and are associated with a specific change number (&3). This error typically occurs in the context of Master Data Governance (MDG) when there are conflicting changes or multiple entries for the same object that are being processed simultaneously.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Changes: The error often arises when multiple users or processes are trying to make changes to the same master data object at the same time.
  Data Conflicts: There may be conflicting changes that have been made to the same data record, leading to ambiguity about which change should be applied.
  Incorrect Change Management: The change management process may not be properly configured, leading to multiple changes being recorded for the same object.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify Conflicting Changes: Review the change logs or history for the specific business object to identify all changes that have been made. This can help in understanding which changes are conflicting.
  Resolve Conflicts: Depending on the findings, you may need to:
  
  Merge changes if they are compatible.
  Choose one change over the others if they are conflicting.
  Delete or revert unnecessary changes.
  
  
  Locking Mechanism: Implement or review the locking mechanism in your MDG configuration to prevent multiple users from making changes to the same object simultaneously.
  Data Validation: Ensure that data validation rules are in place to prevent conflicting changes from being submitted.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error for any specific recommendations or patches that may address the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MDGIMG to access the configuration settings for Master Data Governance.
  Change Request Management: Familiarize yourself with the change request process in MDG, as understanding how change requests are processed can help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions for this specific error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.