How To Fix COM_DML_ENGINE145 - You must use a change order for processing (change statuses exist)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_DML_ENGINE - MDF Processing Layer

• Message number: 145

• Message text: You must use a change order for processing (change statuses exist)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_DML_ENGINE145 - You must use a change order for processing (change statuses exist) ?

  The SAP error message COM_DML_ENGINE145 indicates that a change order is required for processing because there are existing change statuses associated with the object you are trying to modify. This error typically occurs in the context of change management within SAP, particularly in the areas of engineering change management (ECM) or product lifecycle management (PLM).
  Cause:
  
  Change Status Exists: The object (e.g., material, document, or BOM) you are trying to modify has an active change status that prevents direct changes.
  Change Management Process: The system is enforcing a change management process that requires all modifications to be done through a formal change order to ensure proper tracking and documentation of changes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create a Change Order: 
  
  Navigate to the change management module in SAP.
  Create a new change order that references the object you want to modify.
  Include the necessary details and specify the changes you want to make.
  Once the change order is approved, you can proceed with the modifications.
  
  
  
  Check Change Status:
  
  Review the current change status of the object to understand what changes are pending or what restrictions are in place.
  You can usually find this information in the object’s master data or change management records.
  
  
  
  Release the Change Order:
  
  If a change order already exists, ensure that it is released and approved before attempting to make changes to the object.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to your organization’s change management procedures to ensure compliance with internal policies.
  
  
  
  User Authorization: 
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify change orders in the system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  CC01 (Create Change Order)
  CC02 (Change Change Order)
  CC03 (Display Change Order)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address specific issues.
  
  
  Training and Documentation: If you are new to change management in SAP, consider seeking training or reviewing documentation to better understand the processes involved.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists or if you need further assistance, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the COM_DML_ENGINE145 error and proceed with your required changes in SAP.