How To Fix /PLMI/BO_MAT010 - Either no changes exist or material &1 is not linked to change number &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/BO_MAT -

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Either no changes exist or material &1 is not linked to change number &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/BO_MAT010 - Either no changes exist or material &1 is not linked to change number &2 ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/BO_MAT010 indicates that there are no changes associated with the specified material or that the material is not linked to the specified change number. This error typically occurs in the context of change management processes, particularly when dealing with material master data.
  Causes:
  
  No Changes Exist: The material in question may not have any changes recorded against it. This could happen if the material has not been modified or if the changes have not been saved properly.
  Material Not Linked to Change Number: The specified change number may not be associated with the material. This can occur if the change number was created for a different material or if the linkage was not established correctly.
  Incorrect Change Number: The change number provided may be incorrect or may not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or modify the changes associated with the material.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Change Number: Check if the change number you are using is correct and exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the change number management transaction (e.g., CC01 for creating change numbers).
  Check Material Changes: Use transaction MM03 to view the material master data and check if there are any changes recorded for the material. If no changes exist, you may need to create a new change or modify the material.
  Link Material to Change Number: If the material is not linked to the change number, you may need to create a new change record that includes the material. This can be done using transaction CC01 or CC02 (to change an existing change number).
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify the change management data. If you suspect authorization issues, contact your SAP security administrator.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on change management processes and how to properly link materials to change numbers.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Change Management in SAP: Understanding how change management works in SAP can help you navigate issues related to change numbers and material links. Familiarize yourself with transactions like CC01, CC02, and CC03 for managing change numbers.
  Material Master Data: Knowledge of how material master data is structured and managed in SAP can provide insights into why certain errors occur. Use transactions like MM01, MM02, and MM03 to manage material data.
  SAP Notes and Support: If the issue persists, consider searching for relevant SAP Notes or reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message /PLMI/BO_MAT010.