How To Fix USMD_EDITION_GENERAL018 - New edition must have status 'in process'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD_EDITION_GENERAL - Message Class for Edition

• Message number: 018

• Message text: New edition must have status 'in process'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD_EDITION_GENERAL018 - New edition must have status 'in process' ?

  The SAP error message USMD_EDITION_GENERAL018 indicates that the edition you are trying to work with in the Master Data Governance (MDG) process must have a status of "in process." This error typically occurs when you attempt to perform an action on an edition that is not in the correct status for the operation you are trying to execute.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by one of the following scenarios:
  
  Incorrect Edition Status: The edition you are trying to use is not in the "in process" status. It may be in a status such as "completed," "not started," or "cancelled."
  Workflow Issues: There may be issues with the workflow that prevent the edition from being set to the correct status.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to change the status of the edition.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Edition Status:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or application where you can view the status of the edition.
  Ensure that the edition you are working with is indeed in the "in process" status.
  
  
  
  Change Edition Status:
  
  If the edition is not in the correct status, you may need to change it. This can typically be done through the MDG application where you manage editions.
  If you are unable to change the status, check if there are any pending tasks or approvals that need to be completed first.
  
  
  
  Review Workflow:
  
  If the edition is stuck in a status due to workflow issues, review the workflow logs to identify any errors or bottlenecks.
  Resolve any issues found in the workflow to allow the edition to progress to the "in process" status.
  
  
  
  Check User Permissions:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to change the status of the edition. If not, contact your system administrator to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on managing editions in MDG.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  MDG Editions: Editions in SAP MDG are used to manage changes to master data. Each edition can have different statuses that dictate what actions can be performed.
  Workflow Management: Understanding how workflows operate in SAP MDG can help in troubleshooting issues related to edition statuses.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Familiarize yourself with the roles and authorizations required for managing editions in MDG to prevent permission-related issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and continue with your work in SAP MDG.