How To Fix PPER3E_ECN004 - Change number &1 is not a valid successor of &4 for &2 &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPER3E_ECN - Message Class for BAdI Class CL_PPER3E_ECN

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Change number &1 is not a valid successor of &4 for &2 &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPER3E_ECN004 - Change number &1 is not a valid successor of &4 for &2 &3 ?

  The SAP error message PPER3E_ECN004 indicates that there is an issue with the change number in the Engineering Change Management (ECM) module. Specifically, it states that the change number you are trying to use is not a valid successor of another change number for a specific object (like a material or document).
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Invalid Change Number Sequence: The change number you are trying to assign as a successor does not follow the defined sequence of change numbers. In SAP, change numbers must follow a specific order, and if the successor does not logically follow the predecessor, this error will be triggered.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the ECM that define how change numbers are related to each other, and these settings may not allow the change number you are trying to use.
  Missing or Incorrect Data: The object (like a material or document) may not be correctly set up to accept the change number you are trying to assign.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Change Number Sequence: Verify the sequence of change numbers in the system. Ensure that the change number you are trying to use as a successor is indeed defined as a valid successor for the specified predecessor.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the Engineering Change Management module. Ensure that the rules for change number succession are correctly set up.
  Validate Object Data: Ensure that the object (material, document, etc.) you are working with is correctly configured and that it is eligible for the change number you are trying to assign.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on managing change numbers and their relationships.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific system configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP for managing change numbers, such as CC01 (Create Change Number), CC02 (Change Change Number), and CC03 (Display Change Number).
  Training and Documentation: Consider training resources or documentation on Engineering Change Management in SAP to better understand how change numbers work and how to manage them effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution.