How To Fix USMD5_SSW008 - Creation of parallel change request groups for CR number &1 failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD5_SSW - Single Step Workflow Message

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Creation of parallel change request groups for CR number &1 failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD5_SSW008 - Creation of parallel change request groups for CR number &1 failed ?

  The SAP error message USMD5_SSW008 indicates that there was a failure in creating parallel change request groups for a specific change request number (CR number). This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when trying to manage change requests.
  Causes:
  
  Locking Issues: The change request might be locked by another process or user, preventing the creation of parallel change request groups.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the MDG settings or in the change request management process.
  System Performance: If the system is under heavy load, it might not be able to process the request in a timely manner.
  Data Consistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data that are preventing the creation of the change request groups.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to create the change request may not have the necessary authorizations.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Locks: Use transaction code SM12 to check for any locks on the change request. If you find any locks, you may need to wait for them to be released or contact the user who has locked the request.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the MDG configuration is set up correctly. This includes checking the settings for change request types and parallel processing.
  System Performance: Monitor system performance using transaction ST22 (dump analysis) or SM37 (job monitoring) to identify any performance issues that might be affecting the process.
  Data Validation: Validate the data associated with the change request to ensure there are no inconsistencies. You can use transaction MDG_MAT (for material) or similar transactions for other data types to check the data.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create change requests. You can use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues after the error occurs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. You can search for notes related to USMD5_SSW008 in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review the SAP MDG documentation for best practices on managing change requests and parallel processing.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to engage SAP support for further assistance.