How To Fix USMD_CREQUEST_API004 - Change request number in attachment is invalid; enter a valid number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD_CREQUEST_API - Message Class for Change Request API

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Change request number in attachment is invalid; enter a valid number

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD_CREQUEST_API004 - Change request number in attachment is invalid; enter a valid number ?

  The SAP error message USMD_CREQUEST_API004 indicates that there is an issue with the change request number provided in an attachment. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when trying to process a change request that references an invalid or non-existent change request number.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Change Request Number: The change request number entered in the attachment does not exist in the system or is incorrectly formatted.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a typographical error when entering the change request number.
  Change Request Not Created: The change request may not have been created or may have been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the change request.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the MDG system that affect how change requests are processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Change Request Number: Check the change request number for accuracy. Ensure that it is correctly entered and exists in the system.
  Check Change Request Status: Ensure that the change request is in a valid state (e.g., not deleted or archived).
  Review Attachments: If the change request number is included in an attachment, ensure that the attachment is correctly formatted and that the number is clearly visible.
  User Authorization: Verify that the user has the necessary permissions to access the change request. If not, contact your system administrator to adjust the authorizations.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for any specific requirements related to change request numbers in your version of MDG.
  System Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to check for any configuration issues that may be affecting the change request processing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  MDG Documentation: Review the Master Data Governance documentation for guidelines on handling change requests and attachments.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be necessary to escalate the issue to your SAP support team for further investigation.