How To Fix /SMB/DATA_CHG_MGMT014 - Select a change project

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/DATA_CHG_MGMT -

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Select a change project

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/DATA_CHG_MGMT014 - Select a change project ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/DATA_CHG_MGMT014 Select a change project typically occurs in the context of the SAP Change Management functionality, particularly when working with change projects in the SAP Business Suite or SAP S/4HANA environments. This error indicates that the system requires the user to select a change project before proceeding with the operation they are attempting to perform.
  Cause:
  
  No Change Project Selected: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not selected a change project in the relevant screen or transaction.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or select change projects.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the Change Management settings that prevent the selection of change projects.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select a Change Project:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or screen where the error occurred.
  Look for a dropdown or selection field for change projects.
  Choose an appropriate change project from the list.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and select change projects. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  If the issue persists, review the configuration settings for Change Management in your SAP system. Ensure that change projects are properly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing change projects within your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes related to Change Management, such as /SMB/CHG_MGMT or others specific to your implementation.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address this error.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly select and manage change projects within the SAP system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and continue with your work in SAP.