How To Fix /STMC/CR_MSG697 - &1 has been updated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /STMC/CR_MSG -

• Message number: 697

• Message text: &1 has been updated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG697 - &1 has been updated ?

  The SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG697 &1 has been updated typically indicates that a certain object or record has been modified or updated in the system. This message is often related to the Change Request Management (ChaRM) functionality within SAP Solution Manager, which is used for managing changes in the SAP landscape.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Updates: The error may occur if multiple users or processes are trying to update the same object simultaneously.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the Change Request Management process.
  Transport Management: If the object is part of a transport request, it may have been updated in another system or by another user.
  Locking Issues: The object may be locked by another transaction or user, preventing the current update from being processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Refresh the Object: If you suspect that the object has been updated by another user, refresh the object in your session to get the latest version.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the object. If you find locks that are no longer needed, you can release them.
  Review Change Logs: Check the change logs to see what updates have been made to the object. This can provide insight into what changes occurred and by whom.
  Retry the Operation: After refreshing and checking for locks, try to perform the operation again.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to Change Request Management for any specific configurations or settings that may need to be adjusted.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE09 (Transport Organizer), SE10 (Transport Organizer - Workbench Requests), and SM12 (Display and Delete Locks).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may resolve the issue.
  Change Request Management: Understanding the principles of ChaRM and how it interacts with your SAP landscape can help in troubleshooting issues related to change requests.
  
  If you continue to experience issues, providing specific details about the context in which the error occurs can help in diagnosing the problem more effectively.