How To Fix USMD_CR009 - &2 &1 exists already in change request &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD_CR - Messages for USMD CR package

• Message number: 009

• Message text: &2 &1 exists already in change request &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD_CR009 - &2 &1 exists already in change request &3 ?

  The SAP error message USMD_CR009 typically indicates that there is an attempt to create or modify a change request that already exists in the system. This error is often encountered in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when working with change requests for master data.
  Cause:
  The error message USMD_CR009 occurs when:
  
  You are trying to create a new change request (CR) for a master data object that already has an existing change request in the system.
  The system identifies that the specified object (e.g., a business partner, material, etc.) is already associated with a change request that is still open or in process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Change Requests:
  
  Navigate to the change request management area in SAP MDG.
  Look for any existing change requests that are associated with the object you are trying to modify or create a change request for.
  If you find an existing change request, you may need to complete or reject it before proceeding with a new one.
  
  
  
  Review Change Request Status:
  
  Ensure that the existing change request is not in a status that prevents further changes (e.g., "In Process" or "Pending Approval").
  If necessary, you can either approve or reject the existing change request to free up the object for new changes.
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Change Request:
  
  If you need to make changes to the existing change request, open that specific request instead of trying to create a new one.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to MDG and change request management for additional guidance on handling change requests.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or solutions for this error.
  MDG Configuration: Ensure that your MDG configuration is set up correctly, as misconfigurations can lead to issues with change requests.
  User Permissions: Verify that you have the necessary permissions to create or modify 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.