How To Fix SATC_ABAP_CHECK213 - An identical exemption request already exists, but is not yet approved

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SATC_ABAP_CHECK - ABAP Check Layer

• Message number: 213

• Message text: An identical exemption request already exists, but is not yet approved

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SATC_ABAP_CHECK213 - An identical exemption request already exists, but is not yet approved ?

  The SAP error message SATC_ABAP_CHECK213 indicates that there is an attempt to create a new exemption request in the system, but an identical request already exists and has not yet been approved. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) or during the process of managing change requests and exemptions in the system.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following reasons:
  
  Duplicate Request: A user is trying to submit an exemption request that is identical to one that has already been submitted and is pending approval.
  System Constraints: The system is designed to prevent duplicate exemption requests to maintain data integrity and avoid confusion in the approval process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Requests:
  
  Navigate to the exemption request management area in your SAP system.
  Look for any existing exemption requests that match the one you are trying to submit. You may need to check the status of these requests to see if they are still pending.
  
  
  
  Review Request Details:
  
  If you find an existing request, review its details to confirm that it is indeed identical to the one you are trying to create.
  If the existing request is still pending, you may need to wait for it to be approved or rejected before submitting a new one.
  
  
  
  Modify the Request:
  
  If the existing request is not relevant or if you need to make changes, consider modifying the existing request instead of creating a new one.
  If changes are necessary, you may need to withdraw the existing request (if allowed) and then create a new one with the updated information.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you believe this message is appearing in error or if you need further assistance, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or system administrator for help.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions for this error message.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to exemption requests and change management processes to understand the workflow and requirements better.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the proper procedures for submitting exemption requests to minimize the occurrence of duplicate submissions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message SATC_ABAP_CHECK213 effectively.