How To Fix M3716 - Error in reading change documentation (&)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 716

• Message text: Error in reading change documentation (&)

What causes this issue?

You have called up a function for which the existing change documents
must be imported. An error occurred while importing these documents.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3716 - Error in reading change documentation (&) ?

  The SAP error message M3716, which states "Error in reading change documentation (&)," typically occurs when there is an issue with the change document functionality in the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Change Document Configuration: The change document may not be properly configured for the specific object or table you are trying to access.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view change documents.
  Database Issues: There may be issues with the database that prevent the retrieval of change documents.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies or corruption in the change document tables.
  System Bugs: There may be bugs or issues in the specific version of SAP you are using.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Change Document Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the change document is activated for the relevant object. You can check this in the Data Dictionary (SE11) for the specific table or object.
  Use transaction code SCDO to review and maintain change document objects.
  
  
  
  Verify Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access change documents. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  Database Check:
  
  Perform a database consistency check to ensure that there are no issues with the change document tables. You can use transaction SE14 to check and repair database objects.
  
  
  
  Review Change Document Tables:
  
  Check the relevant change document tables (e.g., CDPOS, CDHDR) for any inconsistencies or missing entries. You can use transaction SE16 to view the contents of these tables.
  
  
  
  System Logs and Traces:
  
  Review system logs (transaction SM21) and short dumps (transaction ST22) for any related errors that might provide more context on the issue.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SCDO - Change Document Objects
  SE11 - Data Dictionary
  SE14 - Database Utility
  SM21 - System Log
  ST22 - Dump Analysis
  SU01 - User Maintenance
  
  
  
  Change Document Tables:
  
  CDHDR - Change Document Header
  CDPOS - Change Document Items
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the M3716 error in your SAP system.