How To Fix /PMG/GE_ENH027 - Sample Application in use, Clause & & cannot be changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PMG/GE_ENH -

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Sample Application in use, Clause & & cannot be changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PMG/GE_ENH027 - Sample Application in use, Clause & & cannot be changed ?

  The SAP error message /PMG/GE_ENH027 Sample Application in use, Clause & & cannot be changed typically occurs in the context of the SAP Project Management (PMG) module, particularly when dealing with enhancements or modifications to a sample application that is currently in use. This error indicates that the system is preventing changes to a clause or element because it is actively being utilized in a project or application.
  Cause:
  
  Active Usage: The clause or element you are trying to change is currently being referenced or used in an active project or application.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP has a locking mechanism to prevent changes to data that is currently in use to maintain data integrity and consistency.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings may restrict changes to specific clauses or elements when they are in use.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Usage: Identify where the clause or element is being used. You may need to review the projects or applications that reference it.
  Deactivate or Unlink: If possible, deactivate or unlink the clause from the active project or application. This may involve removing it from the project or changing its status.
  Wait for Completion: If the clause is being used in a process that is currently running, you may need to wait until that process is completed before making changes.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions related to the clause or element you are trying to modify.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help you navigate the project management module, such as CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ02 (Change Project).
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the project or application.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  Testing Environment: If possible, replicate the issue in a testing environment to better understand the cause and test potential solutions without affecting production data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and make the necessary changes to the clause or element in question.