How To Fix USMD_HRY_UI004 - Save changes to pending change request &1 first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD_HRY_UI -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Save changes to pending change request &1 first

What causes this issue?

You have already assigned changes to pending change request &V1&, and
you now want to make additional changes either to pending change request
&V1& or to another change request.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Save your changes and continue.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD_HRY_UI004 - Save changes to pending change request &1 first ?

  The SAP error message USMD_HRY_UI004 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) application, particularly when working with change requests. This error indicates that there are pending changes in a change request that need to be saved before you can proceed with other actions.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when you attempt to perform an action (like navigating away, creating a new change request, or executing a different function) while there are unsaved changes in the current change request. The system requires that all changes be saved to maintain data integrity and ensure that no information is lost.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Save Changes: 
  
  If you have made changes in the current change request, ensure that you save those changes. Look for a "Save" button or option in the user interface and click it.
  
  
  
  Review Pending Changes: 
  
  If you are unsure about what changes are pending, review the fields that have been modified. The system may highlight these fields or indicate them in some way.
  
  
  
  Cancel Changes (if necessary): 
  
  If you do not want to keep the changes, you can choose to cancel the change request or revert the changes, depending on your requirements.
  
  
  
  Check for Multiple Sessions: 
  
  Ensure that you do not have multiple sessions open for the same change request, as this can lead to conflicts.
  
  
  
  Follow Workflow: 
  
  If your organization has a specific workflow for handling change requests, ensure that you are following it correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP MDG that pertain to change requests, such as MDG_MAT for material master data or MDG_BP for business partner data.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to save changes to the change request.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific patches or updates that address known issues.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Master Data Governance for more detailed guidance on managing change requests and handling errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and continue working with your change requests in SAP MDG.