How To Fix R2013 - No changes were made

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R2 - Business Partner Contact

• Message number: 013

• Message text: No changes were made

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R2013 - No changes were made ?

  The SAP error message R2013 "No changes were made" typically occurs when you attempt to save a transaction or make changes in the system, but the system detects that no actual changes were made to the data. This can happen in various contexts, such as when updating records, creating new entries, or modifying existing data.
  Causes:
  
  No Data Changes: The most common cause is that the data you are trying to save is identical to what is already in the system. For example, if you open a record, do not make any changes, and then try to save it, you will receive this message.
  Validation Rules: Certain validation rules or checks may prevent changes from being saved if they do not meet specific criteria.
  User Authorization: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary permissions to make changes, leading to the system not allowing any modifications.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical