How To Fix /IAM/OBJECT_INT141 - Ambiguous change pointer &1: created &2 modified &3 deleted &4 (->ignore)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IAM/OBJECT_INT -

• Message number: 141

• Message text: Ambiguous change pointer &1: created &2 modified &3 deleted &4 (->ignore)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IAM/OBJECT_INT141 - Ambiguous change pointer &1: created &2 modified &3 deleted &4 (->ignore) ?

  The SAP error message /IAM/OBJECT_INT141 indicates that there is an ambiguity in the change pointers for a specific object. This typically occurs when there are multiple change pointers for the same object, which can lead to confusion about which change should be processed. The message provides details about the state of the change pointers: created, modified, and deleted.
  Cause:
  The ambiguity arises when:
  
  There are multiple change pointers for the same object, and they have conflicting statuses (e.g., one change pointer indicates that the object was created while another indicates it was deleted).
  The system is unable to determine which change pointer to prioritize due to the conflicting information.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Analyze Change Pointers: Check the change pointers for the specific object in question. You can do this by using transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) or SCDO (Change Document Objects) to view the change pointers and their statuses.
  
  
  Identify Conflicts: Look for conflicting change pointers that may be causing the ambiguity. You may need to check the timestamps and the details of each change pointer to understand the sequence of events.
  
  
  Manual Intervention: Depending on your findings, you may need to manually delete or adjust the conflicting change pointers. This can be done using transaction SCDO or through custom ABAP programs if necessary.
  
  
  Ignore Option: If you determine that the conflicting change pointers do not need to be processed, you can choose to ignore them. However, this should be done with caution, as it may lead to data inconsistencies.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Ensure that your change pointer configuration is set up correctly. This includes checking the settings in transaction BD61 (Change Pointer Configuration) to ensure that the objects are correctly defined and that there are no overlaps.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to change pointers and the specific object you are dealing with. This can provide additional insights or known issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Change Pointers: Change pointers are used in SAP to track changes to data objects for purposes such as data replication or integration with other systems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BD21 (Process Change Pointers), BDCP2 (Change Pointer Administration), and SCDO (Change Document Objects).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide guidance on handling ambiguous change pointers.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.