How To Fix /SAPDMC/LSMW023 - Error when creating change request & (return code &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPDMC/LSMW -

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Error when creating change request & (return code &)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPDMC/LSMW023 - Error when creating change request & (return code &) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPDMC/LSMW023 typically occurs in the context of using the Legacy System Migration Workbench (LSMW) in SAP. This error is related to issues with creating a change request during the data migration process. Below are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create change requests in the system.
  Transport Directory Issues: There may be problems with the transport directory configuration or the transport system itself.
  System Configuration: The system may not be properly configured to allow change requests to be created.
  Transport Layer Issues: The transport layer may not be correctly set up, leading to issues when trying to create a change request.
  Missing Parameters: Required parameters for the change request creation might be missing or incorrectly set.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create change requests. This can be done by checking the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Verify Transport Directory: Check the transport directory settings in the system. Ensure that the transport directory is correctly configured and accessible.
  Review System Configuration: Ensure that the system is configured to allow change requests. This may involve checking the transport management system (TMS) settings.
  Check Transport Layer: Verify that the transport layer is correctly set up. You can do this by checking the TMS configuration and ensuring that the transport routes are correctly defined.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can try to debug the process to identify the exact point of failure and gather more information about the error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for LSMW and transport management for more detailed information on how to configure and troubleshoot these components.
  SAP Community: The SAP Community forums can be a valuable resource for finding similar issues faced by other users and the solutions they found.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, especially if you have a support contract.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the /SAPDMC/LSMW023 error and implement a solution to resolve it.