How To Fix MGV054 - Initial change number

MGV054 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MGV - Messages for material versions

• Message number: 054

• Message text: Initial change number

What causes this issue?

The effectiviy of the material version &v1& should be determined using
a change number. However, no change number was entered.

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?

Enter a change number.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MGV054 - Initial change number ?

  The SAP error message MGV054, which states "Initial change number," typically occurs in the context of material management or production planning when there is an issue related to change numbers in the system. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when trying to create or modify a document that requires a change number, but the system cannot find a valid initial change number.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Initial Change Number: The system requires an initial change number to proceed with the transaction, but it has not been defined or is not available in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for change management may not be properly set up, leading to the inability to retrieve or assign a change number.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or create change numbers.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to change management, such as missing entries in relevant