How To Fix ECM030 - Some object management records already exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ECM - General Messages for Engineering Change Management

• Message number: 030

• Message text: Some object management records already exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ECM030 - Some object management records already exist ?

  The SAP error message ECM030 ("Some object management records already exist") typically occurs in the context of the Engineering Change Management (ECM) module when you attempt to create or modify an engineering change document (ECD) or related object, but there are existing records that conflict with the operation you are trying to perform.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Existing Change Records: The error usually indicates that there are already existing object management records for the object you are trying to change or create. This could be due to:
  
  An active change document that is already processing the same object.
  Previous changes that have not been fully processed or closed.
  Conflicts with other engineering change orders or documents.
  
  
  
  Locking Issues: Sometimes, the object may be locked by another user or process, preventing you from making changes.
  
  
  Data Integrity: The system may have integrity checks that prevent the creation of duplicate or conflicting records.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Records: 
  
  Use transaction codes like CC03 (Display Change