How To Fix USMD2356 - Change request type &1: Specify either an edition type or set PCR flag

USMD2356 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD2 - Master Data: UI Modeling

• Message number: 356

• Message text: Change request type &1: Specify either an edition type or set PCR flag

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD2356 - Change request type &1: Specify either an edition type or set PCR flag ?

  The SAP error message USMD2356 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) module, particularly when dealing with change requests. This error indicates that when creating or processing a change request, the system requires either an edition type to be specified or the PCR (Process Change Request) flag to be set.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises due to the following reasons:
  
  Missing Edition Type: The change request type you are using requires an edition type to be specified, but it has not been provided.
  PCR Flag Not Set: Alternatively, the system expects the PCR flag to be set, which indicates that the change request should be processed as a change request.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Specify an Edition Type:
  
  When creating or processing the change request, ensure that you specify an edition type. This can usually be done in the change request configuration or during the creation of