How To Fix DT712 - First save and then check again

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DT - Table activation (incl. indexes)

• Message number: 712

• Message text: First save and then check again

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DT712 - First save and then check again ?

  The SAP error message DT712, which states "First save and then check again," typically occurs in the context of data entry or configuration in SAP systems. This message indicates that the system requires you to save your current changes before you can perform a check or validation on the data you have entered.
  Cause:
  
  Unsaved Changes: You have made changes to a transaction or configuration but have not saved them yet. The system requires that you save your changes before it can validate or check the data.
  Data Integrity: The system is designed to ensure that the data being checked is the most current version, which is why it prompts you to save first.
  
  Solution:
  
  Save Your Changes: Before attempting to check or validate the data, click the "Save" button (usually represented by a disk icon) to save your current changes.
  Re-attempt the Check: After saving, you can then proceed to check or validate the data again, and the error should no longer appear.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes where data entry is involved, such as creating or modifying master data, configuration settings, or transactional data.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the importance of saving their work frequently, especially in systems like SAP where data integrity is crucial.
  System Behavior: This behavior is standard in SAP systems to prevent users from checking incomplete or unsaved data, which could lead to inconsistencies or errors in the system.
  
  If the error persists even after saving, it may indicate a different underlying issue, and further investigation may be required, such as checking for system updates, user authorizations, or consulting with your SAP support team.