How To Fix COCMN111 - The preceding change comparison is not yet completed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COCMN - Order Change Management - Network-Specific Messages

• Message number: 111

• Message text: The preceding change comparison is not yet completed

What causes this issue?

You have tried to start a change comparison for network &V1&. An as yet
incomplete change comparison exists for this network.

System Response

The function is not executed.

How to fix this error?

Before a new change comparison is triggered the previous change
comparison must be completed.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COCMN111 - The preceding change comparison is not yet completed ?

  The SAP error message COCMN111, which states "The preceding change comparison is not yet completed," typically occurs in the context of change management or when working with change documents in SAP. This error indicates that a change comparison process is still ongoing, and the system is unable to proceed with the requested action until that process is completed.
  Cause:
  
  Ongoing Change Comparison: The most common cause of this error is that a change comparison process is currently running or has not been completed. This can happen if a user has initiated a change comparison and has not finished it, or if there is a background job that is still processing.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent multiple processes from interfering with each other. If a change comparison is locked by another user or process, you may encounter this error.
  System Performance Issues: If the system is slow or experiencing performance issues, it may take longer for the change comparison to complete, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Ongoing Processes: Verify if there is an ongoing change comparison process. You can do this by checking transaction codes like SM37 (Job Monitoring) to see if there are any jobs related to change comparison that are still running.
  Wait for Completion: If you find that a change comparison is in progress, you may need to wait for it to complete before attempting your action again.
  Terminate Long-Running Jobs: If a job is stuck or taking too long, you may need to terminate it. Be cautious with this approach, as it may lead to data inconsistencies.
  Check Locks: Use transaction SM12 to check for any locks that may be preventing the change comparison from completing. If you find locks that are no longer needed, you can delete them (ensure you have the necessary authorizations).
  Restart the Process: If the change comparison seems to be stuck, you may need to restart the process or the transaction that initiated it.
  Consult with Basis Team: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis team to investigate any underlying system issues or to check for any system logs that may provide more insight.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM37 (Job Monitoring), SM12 (Lock Entries), and SE38 (ABAP Program Execution) for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to change management and change comparison processes for a better understanding of how these processes work and how to manage them effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the COCMN111 error and continue with your work in SAP.