How To Fix USMD_GOV_API004 - Change request &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD_GOV_API - Messages for Governance API

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Change request &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD_GOV_API004 - Change request &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message USMD_GOV_API004 indicates that a change request specified in the system does not exist. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when trying to process or access a change request that the system cannot find.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Change Request ID: The change request ID you are trying to access may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Change Request Deletion: The change request may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for processing.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the specified change request.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database or issues with the underlying data model that prevent the system from recognizing the change request.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the MDG setup that affect the visibility or accessibility of change requests.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Change Request ID: Double-check the change request ID you are using to ensure it is correct and exists in the system.
  Check Change Request Status: Use transaction codes like MDG_BS_MAT or MDG_BS_CUST to check the status of the change request and see if it has been deleted or archived.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the change request. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  Database Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the database to identify and resolve any issues that may be affecting the change request.
  Consult Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MDG_BS_MAT, MDG_BS_CUST, and SLG1 for monitoring and managing change requests.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message USMD_GOV_API004 for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Master Data Governance for best practices and troubleshooting steps related to change requests.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.