How To Fix FZ062 - No changes possible due to unconfirmed changes to master data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FZ - Payment Transactions

• Message number: 062

• Message text: No changes possible due to unconfirmed changes to master data

What causes this issue?

Certain changes to master data must be confirmed by another clerk.
Until they confirm the changes, automatic payments cannot be made for
this account.

System Response

On the following screen the system only displays the line item data;
you cannot change (or therefore pay) the line item.

How to fix this error?

Once the change to the master data has been confirmed, you can release
the line item for payment (when editing the payment proposal).

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FZ062 - No changes possible due to unconfirmed changes to master data ?

  The SAP error message FZ062: "No changes possible due to unconfirmed changes to master data" typically occurs when there are pending changes to a master data record that have not yet been confirmed or saved. This can happen in various contexts, such as when dealing with vendor master data, customer master data, or other types of master records.
  Cause:
  
  Pending Changes: There are unconfirmed changes to the master data that need to be processed before any further changes can be made.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent simultaneous changes to the same data. If a user is editing a record and has not saved their changes, other users will be unable to make changes to that record.
  Transaction Incomplete: The transaction that was supposed to confirm the changes may not have been completed successfully.
  
  Solution:
  
  Confirm Changes: Navigate to the relevant master data transaction and confirm or save the pending changes. This may involve completing the transaction or saving the data.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the master data. If you find a lock that is no longer needed, you may need to delete it (with caution and proper authorization).
  Review Change Logs: Check the change logs for the master data to see what changes are pending and address them accordingly.
  Restart the Transaction: If the issue persists, try exiting the transaction and re-entering it to see if the error resolves itself.
  Consult with Colleagues: If you are in a multi-user environment, check with colleagues to see if someone else is editing the same master data record.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as XD01 (Create Customer), XD02 (Change Customer), MK01 (Create Vendor), and MK02 (Change Vendor) depending on the type of master data you are working with.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the master data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on handling master data changes.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.