How To Fix EDESK_CORE206 - Historical statuses more current than ECN &1 exist (such as ECN &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDESK_CORE - Engineering Desktop: Central Functions

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Historical statuses more current than ECN &1 exist (such as ECN &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDESK_CORE206 - Historical statuses more current than ECN &1 exist (such as ECN &2) ?

  The SAP error message EDESK_CORE206 indicates that there are historical statuses in the system that are more current than the Engineering Change Number (ECN) you are trying to work with. This typically occurs in the context of managing engineering changes in SAP, where the system is designed to ensure that changes are applied in a controlled manner.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  There are historical statuses (e.g., previous versions or changes) that have been recorded in the system that are more recent than the ECN you are trying to process.
  The system is enforcing a rule that prevents you from proceeding with an ECN that is outdated compared to existing historical statuses.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Historical Statuses: Check the historical statuses associated with the material or object in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or report that displays the change history.
  
  
  Identify the ECNs: Identify the ECNs that are more current than the one you are trying to use. In the error message, ECN &1 is the one you are trying to process, and ECN &2 is the more current one.
  
  
  Update or Adjust Your ECN:
  
  If the ECN you are trying to use is indeed outdated, consider using the more current ECN (ECN &2) for your changes.
  If you need to proceed with ECN &1, you may need to first address the changes associated with ECN &2 or any other more current statuses.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or guidelines related to engineering change management in your organization to ensure compliance with processes.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with a functional expert who specializes in engineering change management.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Engineering Change Management: Understanding the processes and rules governing engineering changes in SAP can help prevent such errors in the future.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (e.g., CC01, CC02, CC03) for creating, changing, and displaying engineering change orders.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.