How To Fix USMD2397 - Change request step-dependent navigation was skipped

USMD2397 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD2 - Master Data: UI Modeling

• Message number: 397

• Message text: Change request step-dependent navigation was skipped

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD2397 - Change request step-dependent navigation was skipped ?

  The SAP error message USMD2397, which states "Change request step-dependent navigation was skipped," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) application. This error indicates that the system has skipped a navigation step that is dependent on the change request process.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The navigation steps may not be properly configured in the change request process. This could be due to missing or incorrect settings in the MDG configuration.
  
  
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the navigation step, leading to it being skipped.
  
  
  Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies or issues with the data being processed in the change request, which can prevent the navigation from occurring.
  
  
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as bugs in the system or problems with the underlying database.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the USMD2397 error, you can take the following