How To Fix DMEE_SERVICE009 - There is a draft version with unsaved changes created by &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMEE_SERVICE - DMEE Service

• Message number: 009

• Message text: There is a draft version with unsaved changes created by &1.

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMEE_SERVICE009 - There is a draft version with unsaved changes created by &1. ?

  The SAP error message DMEE_SERVICE009 indicates that there is a draft version of a Data Medium Exchange (DMEE) format that has unsaved changes. This typically occurs when you attempt to perform an action (like saving or activating a DMEE format) while there are unsaved changes in a draft version of that format.
  Cause:
  
  Unsaved Changes: You have made changes to a DMEE format but have not saved them.
  Multiple Sessions: You might have the same DMEE format open in multiple sessions, and one of them has unsaved changes.
  Draft Version: The system has created a draft version of the DMEE format that has not been finalized.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Save Changes: If you have unsaved changes in the DMEE format, save them before proceeding with any other actions.
  
  Navigate to the DMEE format in the transaction code (usually DMEE) and save the changes.
  
  
  
  Check for Draft Versions: If you are not aware of any unsaved changes, check if there is a draft version of the DMEE format.
  
  Go to the DMEE transaction and look for any draft versions. You can usually find this in the "Versions" tab or similar section.
  If a draft exists, you can either save it or discard it if it is not needed.
  
  
  
  Close Other Sessions: If you have multiple sessions open, close any other sessions that might be editing the same DMEE format.
  
  
  Review Changes: If you are unsure about the changes made, review them to ensure that you want to keep them before saving.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or your system administrator for further troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Code: The DMEE transaction code is used to manage data medium exchange formats in SAP.
  Draft Management: Understanding how draft versions work in SAP can help prevent this error in the future. Always ensure to save or finalize drafts before making further changes.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to save or activate DMEE formats, as permission issues can also lead to errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DMEE_SERVICE009 error and proceed with your work in SAP.