How To Fix MDG_BS_MAT_CHMNG_API034 - Revision level cannot be maintained for material &1 change no. &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Revision level cannot be maintained for material &1 change no. &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_CHMNG_API034 - Revision level cannot be maintained for material &1 change no. &2 ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_CHMNG_API034 indicates that there is an issue with maintaining the revision level for a material in the context of a change request in SAP Master Data Governance (MDG). This error typically arises when trying to change or maintain a material's revision level in a change request, but the system has determined that it cannot be done for the specified material and change number.
  Cause:
  
  Material Status: The material may be in a status that does not allow changes to the revision level. For example, if the material is marked as "blocked" or "inactive," the system may prevent changes to certain fields, including the revision level.
  Change Request Type: The type of change request being used may not support changes to the revision level. Different change request types have different capabilities and restrictions.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the MDG system that restrict the ability to change the revision level for certain materials or under certain conditions.
  Missing Data: Required data for maintaining the revision level may be missing or incomplete, leading to the error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Status: Verify the status of the material in question. If it is blocked or inactive, you may need to change its status before attempting to modify the revision level.
  Review Change Request Type: Ensure that the change request type you are using allows for changes to the revision level. If not, consider using a different type of change request that supports this action.
  Configuration Review: Consult with your SAP MDG configuration team to review the settings related to material changes and revision levels. They may need to adjust the configuration to allow for the desired changes.
  Complete Required Data: Ensure that all required fields and data are filled out correctly in the change request. Missing or incorrect data can lead to errors when trying to save changes.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to MDG and material management for any specific guidelines or known issues related to this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  MDG Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings in MDG related to material management and change requests.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user attempting to make the changes has the necessary authorizations to modify the material and its revision level.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.