How To Fix ECM_CUST006 - Change not possible (change type & is still in use)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ECM_CUST - Customizing for Engineering Change Management

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Change not possible (change type & is still in use)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ECM_CUST006 - Change not possible (change type & is still in use) ?

  The SAP error message ECM_CUST006 indicates that a change cannot be made because the specified change type is still in use. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP Change Management module, where certain change types are locked or in use by other processes or transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Active Change Requests: The change type you are trying to modify or delete is currently being referenced by one or more active change requests.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or links to other objects that prevent the change type from being altered.
  User Locks: Another user or process may have locked the change type for editing, preventing your changes.
  Configuration Settings: The system configuration may restrict changes to certain change types under specific conditions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Active Change Requests: Review the active change requests that are using the change type. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., ECM or CC01) and checking for any open requests.
  Release Locks: If another user is holding a lock on the change type, coordinate with them to release the lock or wait until they are finished.
  Review Dependencies: Investigate any dependencies that may be preventing the change. This may involve checking related objects or configurations that are linked to the change type.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing change types to ensure you are following the correct procedures.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CC01 (Create Change Request), CC02 (Change Change Request), and CC03 (Display Change Request) to manage change requests effectively.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the ECM_CUST006 error for any specific fixes or updates that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the change type. Sometimes, insufficient permissions can lead to similar error messages.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.