How To Fix USMD_GOV_API012 - Status of change request &1 does not permit changes

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD_GOV_API - Messages for Governance API

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Status of change request &1 does not permit changes

What causes this issue?

The status of change request &V1& does not permit changes to the object
or the object list.

System Response

You cannot make changes in change request &V1&.

How to fix this error?

The change request type is in a workflow step that does not permit
changes. Change the status of the change request to a status that
permits changes. This change depends on the workflow.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD_GOV_API012 - Status of change request &1 does not permit changes ?

  The SAP error message USMD_GOV_API012 indicates that the status of a change request does not allow for changes to be made. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when trying to modify a change request that is in a status that restricts further edits.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Change Request Status: The change request may be in a status such as "Approved," "Completed," or "Rejected," which does not permit further changes.
  Workflow Process: The change request might be part of a workflow that has reached a stage where modifications are no longer allowed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the change request in its current status.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Change Request Status:
  
  Navigate to the change request in question and check its current status. If it is in a status that does not allow changes, you will need to take appropriate action based on the business process.
  
  
  
  Revert or Cancel the Change Request:
  
  If the business process allows, you may need to revert the change request to a status that permits changes. This could involve canceling the current request and creating a new one if necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult Workflow:
  
  If the change request is part of a workflow, check the workflow status and determine if it can be reset or if you need to follow a specific process to make changes.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to edit the change request. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to review and adjust your permissions.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Support:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation for Master Data Governance for specific details on change request statuses and workflows.
  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:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  MDG Configuration: Review the configuration settings in your MDG system to ensure that the statuses and workflows are set up correctly.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the proper processes for handling change requests in MDG to minimize the occurrence of such errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.