How To Fix PE018 - There are no changes to be saved

PE018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PE - Shift Planning: Messages

• Message number: 018

• Message text: There are no changes to be saved

What causes this issue?

You want to save the target or actual plan despite the fact that no
changes were made.

System Response

The system does not save the data, because there are no changes.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

PE018 - Details

• The SAP error message PE018, which states "There are no changes to be saved," typically occurs when you attempt to save a transaction or data entry in SAP, but the system detects that no actual changes have been made to the data. This can happen in various contexts, such as when working with master data, configuration settings, or transaction entries.
  Causes:
  
  No Modifications Made: The most common reason for this error is that the user has not made any changes to the data since the last save.
  Unintentional Navigation: Sometimes, users may navigate through screens without making any changes, leading to this error when they attempt to save.
  Data Already Up-to-Date: The data you are trying to save may already be in the desired state, meaning no updates are necessary.
  System Settings: Certain system settings or configurations may prevent changes from being recognized.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Changes: Before attempting to save, ensure that you have made actual changes