How To Fix USMD_GOV_TOOLS016 - CR &1: Description of change request is initial

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD_GOV_TOOLS - Cross Governance API messages

• Message number: 016

• Message text: CR &1: Description of change request is initial

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD_GOV_TOOLS016 - CR &1: Description of change request is initial ?

  The SAP error message USMD_GOV_TOOLS016 with the description "CR &1: Description of change request is initial" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) module. This error indicates that a change request (CR) is being processed without a proper description, which is a required field.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the change request does not have a description filled in. In SAP MDG, every change request must have a meaningful description to provide context about the changes being made. If the description field is left empty or is not properly populated, the system will trigger this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the change request has a valid description. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Change Request: Go to the relevant change request in the SAP MDG application.
  
  
  Edit the Change Request: If the change request is in a draft or editable state, you can modify it. Look for the field where the description is supposed to be entered.
  
  
  Enter a Description: Fill in the description field with a meaningful and relevant description of the change request. This should summarize the purpose and details of the changes being made.
  
  
  Save the Change Request: After entering the description, save the change request.
  
  
  Reprocess the Change Request: Once the description is added, you can proceed with processing the change request again.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Field Requirements: Ensure that you are aware of any specific requirements for the description field, such as character limits or formatting.
  User Roles and Permissions: Make sure that you have the necessary permissions to edit the change request and that your user role allows you to make changes in the MDG environment.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP MDG documentation for more details on managing change requests and the importance of descriptions in the workflow.
  Error Logs: If the issue persists even after adding a description, check the error logs for any additional information that might indicate other underlying issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully process your change request in SAP MDG.