How To Fix CM_SUB019 - Change document creation is not activated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_SUB - Substance (general)

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Change document creation is not activated

What causes this issue?

Since change document creation is not activated, the system cannot
display any change documents.

Procedure for System Administrators

In Customizing, make sure that:
The start date and start time have been set for change document creation
(CD_PROTOCOL_START_DATE and CD_PROTOCOL_START_TIME environment
parameters)
Change document creation is activated (CD_NO_CHANGE_DOCS for all the
change documents in <ZK>Product Safety and Stewardship</> and
CD_NO_CHANGE_DOCS_AT_SPEC_PHRS for the change documents for
specifications and phrases).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_SUB019 - Change document creation is not activated ?

  The SAP error message CM_SUB019 indicates that change document creation is not activated for a specific object or table in the system. This typically occurs when you attempt to create or modify a change document for an object that has not been configured to track changes.
  Cause:
  
  Change Document Not Activated: The primary cause of this error is that the change document functionality has not been activated for the specific object or table you are working with.
  Configuration Issues: The necessary configuration settings in the SAP system may not be set up correctly to enable change document creation.
  Missing Authorization: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to create change documents.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CM_SUB019 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Activate Change Document:
  
  Go to transaction code SCDO (Change Document Objects).
  Check if the change document object for the relevant table or object is defined and activated.
  If it is not activated, you may need to create or activate the change document object.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the relevant configuration settings for change document creation are correctly set up in the system.
  This may involve checking the relevant customizing settings in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to create change documents.
  You may need to consult with your SAP security team to ensure that the user has the appropriate roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to change document management for specific instructions on how to activate and configure change documents for your particular object.
  
  
  
  Technical Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Change Document Objects: These are defined in the system to track changes to specific data records. Each object has a unique identifier and is associated with specific tables.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SCDO (for managing change document objects) and SCDO (for displaying change documents).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CM_SUB019 error and implement the necessary solutions to enable change document creation in your SAP system.