How To Fix CM_PHRASE_BAPI009 - A collision has occurred when changing the record with the change number

CM_PHRASE_BAPI009 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_PHRASE_BAPI - BAPI Phrases

• Message number: 009

• Message text: A collision has occurred when changing the record with the change number

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_PHRASE_BAPI009 - A collision has occurred when changing the record with the change number ?

  The SAP error message CM_PHRASE_BAPI009 indicates that a collision has occurred when attempting to change a record that is associated with a change number. This typically happens in the context of change management within SAP, particularly when multiple users or processes are trying to modify the same record simultaneously.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Changes: The most common cause of this error is that another user or process has already made changes to the record you are trying to modify, and those changes have not yet been saved or committed.
  Change Number Conflicts: If the record is linked to a change number, it may be locked or in use by another transaction that is also trying to modify it.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies. If a record is locked by another user or process, you will encounter this error when trying to make changes.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction code SM12 to