How To Fix USMD2141 - Edition &1 cannot be used; it is already released

USMD2141 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD2 - Master Data: UI Modeling

• Message number: 141

• Message text: Edition &1 cannot be used; it is already released

What causes this issue?

Edition &V1& has the status <ZK>Released</> and can therefore not be
used to create a change request, or to create or change entities.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Use the input help to select an appropriate edition with the status <ZK>
In Process</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD2141 - Edition &1 cannot be used; it is already released ?

  The SAP error message USMD2141 indicates that the edition you are trying to use is already released and cannot be modified or used for certain operations. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when dealing with editions of master data.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  The edition you are trying to work with has already been released, meaning it is in a state where it cannot be edited or modified.
  You may be attempting to perform an action (like editing or deleting) on a released edition, which is not allowed in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Edition Status: Verify the status of the edition you are trying to use. If it is indeed released, you will need to create a new edition for any modifications.
  
  
  Create a New Edition: If you need to make changes, create a new edition of the master data. This