How To Fix USMD2132 - Mass change not executed; assign a change request first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD2 - Master Data: UI Modeling

• Message number: 132

• Message text: Mass change not executed; assign a change request first

What causes this issue?

You want to change master data in mass processing that has not yet been
assigned to a change request, but you did not select a change request in
the <LS>Select Change Request</> dialog box. You can only change master
data if you assign it to a change request.

System Response

The mass change has <ZH>not</> been carried out.

How to fix this error?

Choose the <ZK><LS>Execute Changes</></> pushbutton again and then
select a change request that is assigned to you.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD2132 - Mass change not executed; assign a change request first ?

  The SAP error message USMD2132 indicates that a mass change operation could not be executed because a change request has not been assigned. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when attempting to perform mass changes to master data objects.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the system requires a change request to be created and assigned before executing mass changes. In SAP MDG, mass changes are often linked to change requests to ensure that changes are tracked, approved, and managed properly.
  Solution:
  To resolve the error USMD2132, follow these steps:
  
  
  Create a Change Request:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or application where you want to perform the mass change.
  Create a new change request if one does not already exist. This can typically be done through the MDG change request management interface.
  
  
  
  Assign the Change Request:
  
  Once the change request is created, ensure that it is assigned to the mass change operation you are trying to perform.
  This may involve selecting the change request in the mass change screen or linking it appropriately.
  
  
  
  Perform the Mass Change:
  
  After assigning the change request, attempt the mass change operation again. The system should now allow the operation to proceed without the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP MDG, such as MDG_MASS_CHANGE or MDG_CHANGE_REQUEST, which may be used for mass changes and change request management.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create and manage change requests in SAP MDG.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation or your organization's internal documentation for specific procedures related to mass changes and change requests in your SAP environment.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully execute the mass change operation in SAP.