How To Fix MAT_MESSAGES109 - Material &1 is changed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MAT_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 109

• Message text: Material &1 is changed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MAT_MESSAGES109 - Material &1 is changed. ?

  The SAP error message MAT_MESSAGES109 indicates that a material has been changed in the system. This message typically arises during transactions that involve material master data, such as creating or updating material records. The message serves as a warning that the material data has been modified, which may affect the transaction you are trying to perform.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Changes: The material master data may have been changed by another user or process while you were attempting to perform an operation on it.
  Data Locking: The material might be locked for editing by another transaction or user, leading to this message when you try to access or modify it.
  Background Jobs: A background job may have updated the material data while you were working on it.
  
  Solution:
  
  Refresh the Data: If you receive this message, refresh the material data in your session. You can do this by reloading the material master screen or re-entering the transaction.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction code SM12 to check for any locks on the material. If you find locks that are no longer needed, you can release them (if you have the necessary authorizations).
  Review Change Logs: Use transaction code MM03 to view the change logs for the material. This will help you understand what changes were made and by whom.
  Retry the Operation: After refreshing the data and ensuring there are no locks, retry the operation you were attempting.
  Communicate with Users: If you are in a multi-user environment, communicate with other users to ensure that no one else is making changes to the same material at the same time.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), MM03 (Display Material), and MM04 (Display Change Documents).
  Authorization Issues: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or modify the material master data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  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 investigation.