How To Fix RE053 - Change documents: old/new values were not stored

RE053 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RE - Earmarked funds

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Change documents: old/new values were not stored

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RE053 - Change documents: old/new values were not stored ?

  The SAP error message RE053 ("Change documents: old/new values were not stored") typically occurs when there is an issue with the change document functionality in SAP. This error indicates that the system was unable to store the old and new values for a change document, which can happen for several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  
  Change Document Configuration: The change document object may not be properly configured. If the relevant fields are not set up to log changes, the system will not be able to store the old and new values.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify change documents.
  
  
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the change document from being created.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database problems or issues with the SAP application server.
  
  
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements that interfere with the standard change