How To Fix /PLMI/BO_MAT011 - Change number &1 and revision level &2 combination not valid for material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/BO_MAT -

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Change number &1 and revision level &2 combination not valid for material

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/BO_MAT011 - Change number &1 and revision level &2 combination not valid for material ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/BO_MAT011 Change number &1 and revision level &2 combination not valid for material typically occurs in the context of using the SAP Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) module, particularly when dealing with change management and material master data.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that the combination of the change number and revision level you are trying to use for a specific material is not valid. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  
  Incorrect Change Number or Revision Level: The change number or revision level you are trying to use may not exist or may not be correctly assigned to the material in question.
  
  
  Status of Change Number: The change number may be in a status that does not allow it to be used with the specified revision level. For example, it might be in a "not released" status.
  
  
  Material Master Data Issues: The material master data may not be properly configured to accept the specified change number and revision level.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization restrictions preventing the use of the specified change number or revision level.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Verify Change Number and Revision Level:
  
  Check if the change number &1 and revision level &2 are correctly entered and exist in the system.
  Use transaction codes like CC03 (Display Change Number) to verify the details of the change number.
  
  
  
  Check Status of Change Number:
  
  Ensure that the change number is in a status that allows it to be used. If it is not released, you may need to release it.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master data using transaction code MM03 and check if the change number and revision level are correctly assigned to the material.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you suspect authorization issues, consult with your SAP security administrator to ensure you have the necessary permissions to use the specified change number and revision level.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to check the configuration settings in the PLM module to ensure that the change management process is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or fixes related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CC01 (Create Change Number), CC02 (Change Change Number), and CC03 (Display Change Number).
  SAP PLM Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to change management and material master data for best practices and guidelines.
  User Forums and Communities: Engage with SAP user communities or forums for shared experiences and solutions related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.