How To Fix E0052 - IDoc content changed by application before saving

E0052 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E0 - SAP EDI messages

• Message number: 052

• Message text: IDoc content changed by application before saving

What causes this issue?

The BADI 'IDOC_DATA_MAPPER' has changed the content of the field &v2&
in the segment with the number &v1&.
The old value was: &v3&
The new value is: &v4&

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

E0052 - Details

• The SAP error message E0052, which states "IDoc content changed by application before saving," typically occurs when there is a discrepancy between the IDoc data and the application data during the processing of an IDoc. This can happen for various reasons, such as:
  Causes:
  
  Data Modification: The IDoc data may have been modified by an application or user after it was created but before it was processed or saved.
  Concurrency Issues: If multiple processes are trying to access or modify the same IDoc simultaneously, it can lead to inconsistencies.
  Custom Logic: Custom enhancements or user exits in the IDoc processing logic may inadvertently alter the IDoc data.
  Error in Mapping: If there are issues in the mapping of data between the IDoc and the target application, it can lead to changes in the IDoc content.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Modifications: Review the IDoc processing logic to ensure that no unintended modifications are being made to the IDoc data