How To Fix G01256 - Settings were changed automatically. Please save

G01256 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G01 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 256

• Message text: Settings were changed automatically. Please save

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G01256 - Settings were changed automatically. Please save ?

  The SAP error message G01256, which states "Settings were changed automatically. Please save," typically indicates that some configuration or settings in the SAP system have been modified automatically by the system or by a background process. This message is often seen in various SAP modules, including SAP ERP and SAP S/4HANA.
  
  Cause:
  
  Automatic Configuration Changes: Certain settings in SAP can be adjusted automatically based on system processes, updates, or changes in data. This can happen during batch jobs, system upgrades, or when certain conditions are met in the system.
  User Actions: Sometimes, user actions in the system can trigger automatic changes, such as running a transaction that modifies settings based on predefined rules.
  Custom Code or Enhancements: Custom ABAP code or enhancements might also lead to automatic changes in settings, especially if they are designed to adjust configurations based on specific criteria.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Changes: Check the change logs or audit logs to identify what settings