How To Fix /PLMI/ECN_BO000 - Change number &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/ECN_BO -

• Message number: 000

• Message text: Change number &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/ECN_BO000 - Change number &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/ECN_BO000 Change number &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of Engineering Change Management (ECM) within SAP. This error indicates that the system cannot find the specified change number in the database, which can happen for several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Non-Existent Change Number: The change number you are trying to access or modify does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Input: There may be a typo or formatting issue in the change number you entered.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or modify the change number.
  Data Deletion: The change number may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for current operations.
  Incorrect Status: The change number may not be in a status that allows it to be accessed or modified.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Change Number: Double-check the change number you are entering for any typos or formatting errors.
  Check Existence: Use transaction codes like CC03 (Display Change Number) to verify if the change number exists in the system.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the change number. You may need to contact your SAP security team for assistance.
  Check Status: Ensure that the change number is in an appropriate status for the action you are trying to perform. You may need to consult with your process owner or SAP administrator.
  Consult Logs: Check system logs or change logs to see if there were any recent changes to the change number that might explain its unavailability.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  CC01 - Create Change Number
  CC02 - Change Change Number
  CC03 - Display Change Number
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Engineering Change Management for more context on how change numbers are managed.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error related to the change number in SAP.