How To Fix RMSRCP017 - Change state for change no. &1 cannot be edited; recipe is displayed

RMSRCP017 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RMSRCP - RMS-RCP: Messages for IPPE Object RCP

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Change state for change no. &1 cannot be edited; recipe is displayed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RMSRCP017 - Change state for change no. &1 cannot be edited; recipe is displayed ?

  The SAP error message RMSRCP017 indicates that a change number cannot be edited because the associated recipe is currently displayed. This typically occurs in the context of recipe management within SAP, particularly in the SAP Recipe Management (RMS) module.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to edit a change number while the recipe associated with that change number is open or being displayed in the system. The system prevents changes to ensure data integrity and avoid conflicts that could arise from simultaneous edits.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Close the Recipe Display: Ensure that the recipe associated with the change number is not currently being displayed. Close any open sessions or windows that are showing the recipe.
  
  
  Check for Locks: Sometimes, the recipe might be locked by another user or session. You can check for locks using transaction code SM12 to see if there are any active locks on the