How To Fix USMD_EDITION_GENERAL028 - Change request &1 is moved to edition &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD_EDITION_GENERAL - Message Class for Edition

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Change request &1 is moved to edition &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD_EDITION_GENERAL028 - Change request &1 is moved to edition &2 ?

  The SAP error message USMD_EDITION_GENERAL028 indicates that a change request has been moved to a different edition in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG). This typically occurs when there is a discrepancy or issue with the change request processing in the MDG workflow.
  Cause:
  
  Workflow Issues: The change request may not have been processed correctly in the workflow, leading to it being moved to a different edition.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the change request from being processed in the current edition.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to process the change request in the current edition.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the MDG that are not aligned with the expected behavior for change requests.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Workflow Status: Review the workflow status of the change request to ensure it is progressing as expected. You can use transaction codes like SWI1 to monitor workflow instances.
  Review Change Request Details: Look into the details of the change request to identify any inconsistencies or errors that may have caused the issue.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user processing the change request has the necessary authorizations to perform actions in the current edition.
  Configuration Review: Check the MDG configuration settings to ensure they are set up correctly for handling change requests and editions.
  Consult Logs: Review application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context on the issue.
  Reprocess the Change Request: If the issue is resolved, you may need to reprocess the change request to move it back to the appropriate edition.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Master Data Governance documentation for best practices on managing change requests and editions.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps taken to resolve it.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.