How To Fix SRMKC004 - Unable to save changed keyword (table SRMKCDATA9)

SRMKC004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRMKC - Message Class Keyword Catalog

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Unable to save changed keyword (table SRMKCDATA9)

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Contact the system administration team.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRMKC004 - Unable to save changed keyword (table SRMKCDATA9) ?

  The SAP error message SRMKC004, which indicates "Unable to save changed keyword (table SRMKCDATA9)," typically occurs in the context of the SAP SRM (Supplier Relationship Management) module when there is an issue with saving changes to keywords in the system. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to modify keywords in the SRM system.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or invalid data in the keyword entries that prevent saving.
  Database Locking: The table SRMKCDATA9 might be locked by another transaction or user, preventing changes from being saved.
  Technical Errors: There could be a bug or technical issue in the SAP system that is causing the error.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SRM system may lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to modify keywords. This can be done by reviewing