How To Fix USMD_EDITION_GENERAL022 - Change request &1 is already in status &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD_EDITION_GENERAL - Message Class for Edition

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Change request &1 is already in status &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD_EDITION_GENERAL022 - Change request &1 is already in status &2 ?

  The SAP error message USMD_EDITION_GENERAL022 indicates that a change request (CR) is already in a specific status, which prevents further actions from being taken on it. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when trying to process a change request that is not in a state that allows the requested operation (e.g., approval, deletion, etc.).
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You attempt to perform an action on a change request that is already in a status that does not permit that action.
  The change request might be in a status such as "Completed," "Rejected," or "In Process," which may not allow further modifications or actions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Status of the Change Request:
  
  Navigate to the change request in question and check its current status. You can do this through the MDG application or transaction codes related to change request management.
  
  
  
  Understand the Workflow:
  
  Review the workflow associated with the change request to understand what actions are permissible at its current status. This may involve checking the workflow configuration or consulting with your SAP MDG administrator.
  
  
  
  Change Request Management:
  
  If the change request is in a status that does not allow further actions, you may need to:
  
  Complete the Change Request: If it is in a pending state, complete it according to the workflow.
  Reopen the Change Request: If applicable, you may need to reopen the change request if it was previously completed or rejected, depending on your organization's policies.
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the statuses and permissible actions for change requests in your version of SAP MDG.
  
  
  
  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:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MDG_CRM, MDG_MAT, or others depending on the type of master data you are working with.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message for any specific fixes or updates that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform actions on change requests, as insufficient permissions can also lead to similar errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate actions to resolve it.