How To Fix PK077 - You will lose your changes, if you do not save the selected containers

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PK - Production - KANBAN

• Message number: 077

• Message text: You will lose your changes, if you do not save the selected containers

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PK077 - You will lose your changes, if you do not save the selected containers ?

  The SAP error message PK077 indicates that you are attempting to navigate away from a screen or transaction in which you have made changes to certain data (in this case, "containers") without saving those changes. This is a warning to ensure that you do not accidentally lose any unsaved work.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You have made changes to data in a transaction (like a planning or configuration screen) that involves containers (e.g., planning layouts, data entries).
  You attempt to leave the screen or transaction without saving those changes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you have a couple of options:
  
  
  Save Your Changes: 
  
  If you want to keep the changes you made, simply save the data by clicking the "Save" button (usually represented by a disk icon) or by using the keyboard shortcut (often Ctrl + S).
  
  
  
  Discard Changes:
  
  If you do not want to keep the changes, you can choose to cancel the operation or navigate away from the screen. In this case, you may need to confirm that you want to discard the changes when prompted.
  
  
  
  Review Changes:
  
  Before deciding to save or discard, review the changes you made to ensure you are making the right choice.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly save their work in SAP to avoid losing important data.
  System Configuration: Check if there are any specific configurations in your SAP system that might affect how data is saved or how warnings are presented.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the transaction codes you are using, as some may have specific behaviors regarding data entry and saving.
  SAP Notes: If this error persists or is related to a specific issue in your SAP environment, consider checking SAP Notes or the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or patches.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to effectively manage the PK077 error message and ensure that your work in SAP is saved appropriately.