How To Fix PAB025 - A message has been edited manually

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PAB - JIT calls

• Message number: 025

• Message text: A message has been edited manually

What causes this issue?

You have manually processed a message. By saving, you can update the
change in the subsequent screen. If you do not save, the change will
not be considered. If you do save, all possible changes in the item
data (quantity, time) will also be saved.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PAB025 - A message has been edited manually ?

  The SAP error message PAB025, which states "A message has been edited manually," typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when there is an attempt to process a message that has been altered manually after it was generated by the system. This can happen in various modules, such as SAP PM (Plant Maintenance) or SAP PS (Project System), where messages or notifications are used for tracking and managing tasks.
  Cause:
  
  Manual Editing: The primary cause of this error is that a user has manually edited a message or notification that is supposed to be processed by the system. This could involve changing fields that are critical for the system's processing logic.
  Data Integrity Issues: Manual changes can lead to inconsistencies in the data, which the system cannot reconcile, resulting in this error message.
  Workflow or Process Interruption: If a message is part of a workflow or process that expects certain data integrity, any manual changes can disrupt the expected flow.
  
  Solution:
  
  Revert Changes: If possible, revert the message to its original state before the manual edits were made. This may involve restoring data from a backup or undoing the changes in the SAP interface.
  Check for Authorizations: Ensure that users have the appropriate authorizations to edit messages. If users are not authorized, they should not be making manual changes.
  Review System Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to message processing in the relevant SAP module. Ensure that the settings align with the intended workflow and data integrity requirements.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling this error in the context of the module you are working with.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches or updates that could resolve the issue.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to message processing in your specific SAP module (e.g., IW21 for creating notifications in PM).
  User Training: Provide training for users on the importance of maintaining data integrity and the implications of manual edits on system processes.
  
  By addressing the root cause of the manual edits and ensuring proper system configuration and user training, you can mitigate the occurrence of the PAB025 error in the future.