How To Fix M1038 - There are no change documents

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M1 - Internal RW Documents

• Message number: 038

• Message text: There are no change documents

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M1038 - There are no change documents ?

  The SAP error message M1038, which states "There are no change documents," typically occurs in the context of material management or inventory management when a user attempts to view change documents for a material or other related objects, but no change documents exist for the specified criteria.
  Cause:
  
  No Changes Made: The most straightforward reason for this error is that no changes have been made to the material or object in question since the change document functionality was activated.
  Change Document Not Activated: Change document tracking may not be activated for the specific material type or object.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to search for change documents may be incorrect or too restrictive, leading to no results being found.
  Data Deletion: Change documents may have been deleted or archived, making them unavailable for viewing.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Changes: Check if any changes have actually been made to the material or object. If no changes have been made, then it is expected that no change documents will exist.
  Check Change Document Settings: Ensure that change document tracking is activated for the relevant material type. This can usually be checked in the configuration settings of the material management module.
  Adjust Selection Criteria: Review and adjust the selection criteria used to search for change documents. Ensure that the correct material number, date range, and other relevant parameters are being used.
  Consult with IT or SAP Basis Team: If you suspect that change documents should exist but are not appearing, consult with your IT or SAP Basis team to check if there are any issues with the database or if change documents have been archived or deleted.
  Review Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view change documents. Lack of proper permissions can sometimes lead to the inability to see certain data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to material management, such as MM03 (Display Material), where users might want to view change documents.
  Change Document Tables: Change documents are typically stored in specific tables (e.g., CDPOS, CDHDR) in the SAP database. You can query these tables directly to see if any records exist.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.