How To Fix PPE_INST046 - Missing input of change number while changing geometric instance &1

PPE_INST046 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPE_INST - Messages for Geometric Instances

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Missing input of change number while changing geometric instance &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPE_INST046 - Missing input of change number while changing geometric instance &1 ?

  The SAP error message PPE_INST046 indicates that there is a missing input for the change number when attempting to change a geometric instance in the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) module, specifically in the context of Product Data Management (PDM) or Engineering Change Management (ECM).
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  You are trying to modify a geometric instance (like a CAD model or drawing) without specifying a change number.
  The system requires a change number to track changes in the context of engineering changes, and it is mandatory for the operation you are trying to perform.
  The change number field may not be filled in the user interface or the transaction you are using.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Specify a Change Number: 
  
  When you are prompted to change a geometric instance, ensure that you enter a valid change number in the appropriate field. This change number should correspond to an existing