How To Fix MC416 - Compare revised version with the database

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MC - Aggregate: views, matchcodes, lock objects

• Message number: 416

• Message text: Compare revised version with the database

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MC416 - Compare revised version with the database ?

  The SAP error message MC416 ("Compare revised version with the database") typically occurs in the context of the Material Management (MM) module, particularly when dealing with master data or configuration changes. This error indicates that there is a discrepancy between the revised version of a document or data and the version stored in the database.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Changes: The error often arises when changes have been made to a master data record (like material master, vendor master, etc.) but the system has not been updated or synchronized with the database.
  Locking Issues: If another user or process is currently accessing or modifying the same data, it can lead to inconsistencies.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production) and the transport did not complete successfully, it can lead to this error.
  Version Control: The system may be trying to compare a revised version of data that is