How To Fix FIP_UI_MESSAGE_CLASS004 - Internal error when saving changes; try again

FIP_UI_MESSAGE_CLASS004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIP_UI_MESSAGE_CLASS - FIP messages related to errors from UI

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Internal error when saving changes; try again

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIP_UI_MESSAGE_CLASS004 - Internal error when saving changes; try again ?

  The SAP error message "FIP_UI_MESSAGE_CLASS004 Internal error when saving changes; try again" typically indicates that there is an internal issue within the SAP system when attempting to save changes in a transaction or application. This error can arise from various causes, and here are some common reasons and potential solutions:
  Causes:
  
  System 
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the system settings or parameters that are causing the error.
  Data Consistency Issues: The data being saved may not meet the required validation rules or may be inconsistent with existing data.
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary permissions to perform the action they are trying to execute.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the database, application server, or network connectivity.
  Temporary System Glitches: Sometimes, temporary issues in the SAP system can lead to such errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Retry the Operation: As the error message suggests, try saving the changes again. Sometimes,