How To Fix PN031 - Data was not changed

PN031 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PN -

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Data was not changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PN031 - Data was not changed ?

  The SAP error message PN031 ("Data was not changed") typically occurs when you attempt to save changes to a record in the SAP system, but the system detects that no actual changes were made to the data. This can happen in various contexts, such as when updating master data, transaction data, or configuration settings.
  Causes:
  
  No Changes Made: The most straightforward reason is that the user did not make any changes to the data fields before attempting to save.
  Unintentional Reversion: The user may have inadvertently reverted changes or not filled in required fields, leading the system to believe that the data remains unchanged.
  Data Locking: If another user has locked the data for editing, it may prevent changes from being saved, although this typically results in a different error message.
  Validation Rules: Certain validation rules or conditions may prevent the system from recognizing the changes, especially if the data is being validated against specific