How To Fix EAM_ODATA_NOTIF021 - A draft exists already.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EAM_ODATA_NOTIF - Message class for Maintenance Notification at BOPF/ODATA

• Message number: 021

• Message text: A draft exists already.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EAM_ODATA_NOTIF021 - A draft exists already. ?

  The SAP error message EAM_ODATA_NOTIF021: A draft exists already typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) module when you are trying to create a new notification draft, but there is already an existing draft for the same notification type or object.
  Cause:
  
  Existing Draft: The primary cause of this error is that there is already a draft notification saved in the system for the same object or notification type. SAP does not allow multiple drafts for the same notification to prevent data inconsistency.
  Session Issues: Sometimes, if a user has multiple sessions open or if the previous session was not closed properly, it may lead to the system thinking that a draft exists.
  User Lock: If another user is working on the same notification or has it open, it may also trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Drafts: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., IW21 for creating notifications) and check if there are any existing drafts. You can usually find drafts in the "Drafts" section or by using the "Manage Drafts" functionality.
  If you find an existing draft that you no longer need, you can delete it or complete it to free up the draft space.
  
  
  
  Use the Same Draft: If the existing draft is still relevant, you can open it, make any necessary changes, and then save or submit it instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  Clear Sessions: If you suspect that the issue is due to multiple sessions, log out of SAP and log back in to clear any session-related issues.
  
  
  Check User Locks: If another user is working on the same notification, you may need to coordinate with them to either complete their work or wait until they are finished.
  
  
  Technical Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find any existing drafts, it may be necessary to contact your SAP support team or system administrator for further investigation. They can check the backend for any inconsistencies or issues that may not be visible from the user interface.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, specific versions of SAP may have bugs that are documented in SAP Notes.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for EAM and notifications to understand the workflow and how drafts are managed.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to manage drafts effectively to avoid this error in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and continue working with notifications in SAP EAM.