How To Fix CM_SUB_DATA004 - Specification data has been edited and changed by &1

CM_SUB_DATA004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_SUB_DATA - Substance Data (Header, ID, Reference, Materials)

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Specification data has been edited and changed by &1

What causes this issue?

Specification data is already being processed by another user.

System Response

Data can only be displayed for one user. The data may not be up-to-date
since it is currently being processed.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_SUB_DATA004 - Specification data has been edited and changed by &1 ?

  The SAP error message CM_SUB_DATA004 indicates that specification data has been edited and changed by another user or process. This typically occurs in the context of managing specifications in SAP, particularly in the areas of product data management or quality management.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Editing: The most common cause of this error is that multiple users are trying to edit the same specification data simultaneously. When one user saves changes, it can lock the data, preventing others from making changes until the lock is released.
  Background Processes: Sometimes, background jobs or automated processes may also modify the specification data, leading to this error when another user attempts to edit it.
  Data Consistency Issues: If there are inconsistencies in the data or if the system is not properly synchronized, it may trigger this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Refresh the Data: If you encounter this error, try refreshing the screen or reloading the specification data. This may allow you to see