How To Fix T416_CTRL_MSG006 - The specified usage is ECN controlled

T416_CTRL_MSG006 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: T416_CTRL_MSG - Message Class for Usage Control Data

• Message number: 006

• Message text: The specified usage is ECN controlled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message T416_CTRL_MSG006 - The specified usage is ECN controlled ?

  The SAP error message T416_CTRL_MSG006, which states "The specified usage is ECN controlled," typically occurs in the context of Engineering Change Management (ECM) within SAP. This error indicates that the item or material you are trying to work with is subject to Engineering Change Notifications (ECNs), and therefore, certain actions may be restricted or controlled.
  
  Cause:
  
  ECN Control: The material or item is linked to an Engineering Change Number (ECN) that controls its usage. This means that any changes to the item must go through the ECN process.
  Configuration Settings: The system is configured to enforce ECN controls for specific materials or items, which may be part of a broader quality or change management strategy.
  Incorrect Usage: The action you are trying to perform (e.g., changing the status, modifying the item) is not allowed because the item is currently under ECN control.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check ECN Status: Verify the status of the Engineering Change Notification associated with