How To Fix /SMB/SCOPING016 - Saving not permitted; solution ID already generated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/SCOPING -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Saving not permitted; solution ID already generated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/SCOPING016 - Saving not permitted; solution ID already generated ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/SCOPING016 Saving not permitted; solution ID already generated typically occurs in the context of the SAP Business ByDesign or SAP S/4HANA Cloud environments, particularly when working with the solution manager or scoping functionalities. This error indicates that an attempt is being made to save a solution or scoping configuration that has already been generated and saved in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Save Attempt: The error is primarily caused by trying to save a solution or scoping configuration that has already been saved. Once a solution ID is generated, further attempts to save the same configuration without making changes will trigger this error.
  Incomplete Changes: If you are trying to save changes that do not meet the criteria for a new solution ID or if the changes are not significant enough to warrant a new save.
  Session Issues: Sometimes, session timeouts or issues with the user interface can lead to this