How To Fix MDG_BS_MAT_CHMNG_ACC004 - Revision Level &1 set for initial change number for CR &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_MAT_CHMNG_ACC - Message class for material change management

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Revision Level &1 set for initial change number for CR &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_CHMNG_ACC004 - Revision Level &1 set for initial change number for CR &3 ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_CHMNG_ACC004 typically occurs in the context of Material Master data changes in SAP Master Data Governance (MDG). This error indicates that there is an issue with the revision level set for the initial change number associated with a change request (CR).
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  The revision level for the material is not correctly set or is inconsistent with the expected values for the change request.
  The change request (CR) is trying to reference a revision level that does not exist or is not valid for the material being processed.
  There may be a configuration issue or a missing entry in the relevant tables that manage revision levels and change numbers.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Change Request: Review the change request (CR) associated with the error. Ensure that the revision level is correctly set and corresponds to the expected values for the material.
  
  
  Verify Material Data: Check the material master data for the material in question. Ensure that the revision level is correctly maintained and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you have access to the configuration settings, verify that the settings for change management and revision levels are correctly configured in the MDG system. This may involve checking the relevant customizing settings in SPRO.
  
  
  Check Change Number Settings: Ensure that the change number settings are correctly defined in the system. This includes checking the configuration for change number assignment and revision level management.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to MDG and change management for any specific guidance or known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details, the change request number, and any relevant logs or screenshots.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  MDG Change Request Process: Understanding the overall process of how change requests are managed in SAP MDG can provide insights into where the issue might be occurring.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to MDG and the specific error message. SAP frequently updates their knowledge base with solutions to common issues.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message MDG_BS_MAT_CHMNG_ACC004.