How To Fix TD319 - Changes to the AFM file have not yet been saved

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TD - SAPscript: Text editor, composer, forms, styles and fonts

• Message number: 319

• Message text: Changes to the AFM file have not yet been saved

What causes this issue?

You want to exit the editor of the fontmetrics file without saving the
changes made.

System Response

You do not exit the editor.

How to fix this error?

If you still want to leave the editor you should carry out the exit
function again. If you want to remain in the editor, please use the
save function or the function for checking the AFM file.
<H>Note</>: "Internal" editor functions such as <H>ENTER</> or
<H>Scroll</> do not reactivate the confirmation prompt when you exit.
If only internal functions are performed after this message appears,
<H>another</> confirmation prompt does not appear if the editor is
exited again.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TD319 - Changes to the AFM file have not yet been saved ?

  The SAP error message TD319, which states "Changes to the AFM file have not yet been saved," typically occurs in the context of transport management within SAP systems. The AFM (Application File Management) file is used to manage transport requests and their associated objects.
  Cause:
  The error usually arises when:
  
  Uncommitted Changes: There are unsaved changes in the transport request or the AFM file that need to be saved before proceeding with other actions.
  Session Issues: The session may have been interrupted or not properly closed, leading to unsaved changes.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to save changes to the AFM file.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the TD319 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  Go to the transport request in question and ensure that all changes are saved. You can do this by navigating to the transport request and using the "Save" option.
  
  
  
  Check for Open Sessions:
  
  Ensure that there are no open sessions that might be holding onto the AFM file. Close any unnecessary sessions and try again.
  
  
  
  Review User Permissions:
  
  Verify that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the transport request and the AFM file. If not, contact your SAP administrator to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Restart the Transport Management System (TMS):
  
  If the issue persists, consider restarting the TMS. This can help clear any temporary issues that might be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for any locks on the transport request or AFM file. If there are locks, you may need to release them.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that can resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If none of the above solutions work, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with details about the error and the steps you have already taken.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transport Management System (TMS): Understanding how TMS works in SAP can help in troubleshooting transport-related issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE09 (Transport Organizer), SE10 (Transport Organizer Tools), and SM12 (Display and Delete Locks).
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that users involved in transport management have the appropriate roles and authorizations assigned.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the TD319 error and successfully save changes to the AFM file.