How To Fix RY111 - Change documents: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RY - Messages for RM Basis

• Message number: 111

• Message text: Change documents: &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RY111 - Change documents: & ?

  The SAP error message RY111, which states "Change documents: &," typically indicates an issue related to the change document functionality in SAP. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to display or process change documents for certain objects (like master data, configuration settings, etc.).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Change Document Configuration: The object for which you are trying to view change documents may not have change document functionality enabled.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view change documents.
  Data Issues: There may be no change documents available for the specified object, or the data may be corrupted.
  Technical Issues: There could be a problem with the underlying database or the SAP system itself.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that change document functionality is enabled for the relevant object. This can be done in the customizing settings (transaction SPRO) under the relevant application area.
  
  
  
  Verify Authorizations:
  
  Check the user’s authorization profile to ensure they have the necessary permissions to access change documents. This can be done using transaction SU53 to analyze authorization failures.
  
  
  
  Data Verification:
  
  Confirm that there are indeed change documents available for the object in question. You can check this by using the relevant transaction or report that displays change documents.
  
  
  
  Technical Troubleshooting:
  
  If the issue persists, consider checking the system logs (transaction SM21) for any related errors or warnings.
  You may also want to check the database for any inconsistencies or issues that could be affecting the change document tables.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance, providing them with the error details and any steps you have already taken.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Change Document Tables: Change documents are typically stored in specific tables (e.g., CDPOS, CDHDR) in the SAP database. Familiarity with these tables can help in troubleshooting.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to change documents, such as SCDO (Change Document Objects) and SCDO (Change Document Display).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to change documents for the specific module you are working with, as the implementation can vary across different areas of SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RY111 error and implement a suitable solution.