How To Fix G0005 - Existing texts were changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G0 - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Existing texts were changed

What causes this issue?

While creating or inserting organizational units, you modified texts
belonging to these units - these texts already existed in the system.
If you save these later on, these modified texts will indeed be saved.

System Response

Warning

How to fix this error?

If necessary, you can correct modified texts in master data
maintenance.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G0005 - Existing texts were changed ?

  The SAP error message G0005 ("Existing texts were changed") typically occurs when there is an attempt to save changes to a document or record that has associated text elements, and those text elements have been modified by another user or process since the document was last retrieved. This can happen in various SAP modules, such as Materials Management (MM), Sales and Distribution (SD), or others where text management is involved.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Changes: Another user or process has modified the text associated with the document after you retrieved it for editing.
  Locking Issues: The document may be locked for editing by another user, leading to conflicts when trying to save changes.
  Text Object Changes: The text object or text ID associated with the document may have been altered, leading to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Refresh the Document: Before saving your changes, refresh the document to ensure you have the latest version. This can often be done by reloading the transaction or navigating away and back to the document.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks on the document. If another user has it locked, you may need to wait until they release it.
  Review Changes: If you have made changes to the text, compare them with the current version to see what has changed. You may need to reconcile your changes with the latest version.
  Save with Caution: If you are sure that your changes are necessary, you can attempt to save them, but be aware that this may overwrite the changes made by others.
  Communicate with Users: If you are in a multi-user environment, communicate with other users who may be working on the same document to avoid conflicts.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE78 (SAP ArchiveLink), and others that may help in managing text elements.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to handle text elements and understand the implications of concurrent editing in SAP.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical support team for further assistance.