How To Fix CMD_BS_MAT_CHMNG_API040 - Error occured in revision level for material &1 change no. &2

CMD_BS_MAT_CHMNG_API040 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMD_BS_MAT_CHMNG_API - Message class for material change management

• Message number: 040

• Message text: Error occured in revision level for material &1 change no. &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMD_BS_MAT_CHMNG_API040 - Error occured in revision level for material &1 change no. &2 ?

  The SAP error message CMD_BS_MAT_CHMNG_API040 typically indicates that there is an issue with the revision level of a material when trying to make changes to it using a change number. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as when attempting to change material master data or when working with engineering change management (ECM) processes.
  
  Cause:
  
  Revision Level Issues: The revision level of the material may not be compatible with the change number being used. This can happen if the change number is not correctly assigned to the material or if the material is in a status that does not allow changes.
  Change Number Status: The change number may be in a status that does not permit changes to the associated materials.
  Material Status: The material itself may be in a status that prevents changes, such as being locked or in a different phase of the change process.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues