How To Fix USMD_CONV_SOM_GOV010 - Change request creation not possible as change request &1 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD_CONV_SOM_GOV - Messages from the Convenience API

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Change request creation not possible as change request &1 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD_CONV_SOM_GOV010 - Change request creation not possible as change request &1 already exists ?

  The SAP error message USMD_CONV_SOM_GOV010 indicates that a change request cannot be created because a change request with the same identifier (denoted as &1) already exists in the system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when trying to create a new change request for a master data object.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Change Request: The most common cause of this error is that a change request with the same identifier is already in the system. This can happen if:
  
  A user is attempting to create a change request that has already been initiated.
  There is a system error or a transaction that did not complete properly, leaving a change request in an incomplete state.
  Multiple users are trying to create change requests for the same object simultaneously.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Change Requests:
  
  Use transaction codes like MDG_MAT (for material) or MDG_BP (for business partner) to check if the change request with the specified identifier already exists.
  You can also use transaction SE11 to look up the relevant database tables (like USMD_CHANGE_REQUEST) to find existing change requests.
  
  
  
  Review Change Request Status:
  
  If the change request exists but is in an incomplete or error state, you may need to complete or delete it before creating a new one.
  If the change request is still valid, you may need to work with it instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Delete or Complete the Existing Change Request:
  
  If the existing change request is no longer needed, you can delete it.
  If it needs to be completed, follow the necessary steps to finalize it.
  
  
  
  Consult with Colleagues:
  
  If you are unsure about the status of the change request, consult with your colleagues or team members to ensure that no one else is working on the same request.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if you suspect a system error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing change requests in SAP MDG.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Master Data Governance and change request management for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to create, view, or delete change requests in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.