How To Fix PPEECM000 - Change number &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPEECM - Change Management in iPPE

• 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 PPEECM000 - Change number &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message PPEECM000 indicates that the change number specified (in this case, &1) does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of Engineering Change Management (ECM) within SAP, where change numbers are used to track modifications to materials, BOMs (Bill of Materials), routings, and other objects.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Change Number: The change number entered may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Change Number Not Created: The change number may not have been created or saved in the system.
  Change Number Deleted: The change number may have been deleted or archived.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the change number.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the ECM module or related settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Change Number: Double-check the change number for any typographical errors. Ensure that you are using the correct format and that it exists in the system.
  Check Change Number Status: Use transaction codes like CC03 (Display Change Number) to check if the change number exists and is active.
  Create Change Number: If the change number does not exist, you may need to create it using transaction code CC01 (Create Change Number).
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the change number. Consult with your SAP security team if needed.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CC01: Create Change Number
  CC02: Change Change Number
  CC03: Display Change Number
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on Engineering Change Management and related processes.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to change numbers.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.