How To Fix WM535 - You have deactivated change document generation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WM - IS-R Assortments

• Message number: 535

• Message text: You have deactivated change document generation

What causes this issue?

You have deactivated the generation of change documents.

System Response

The system does not create any documents for the changes made to this
transaction. This means that the change version of the assortment list
does not contain any information about the changes. You cannot also
distribute the listing conditions and material data that were changed
in this transaction.

How to fix this error?

If you want to generate change documents, flag the selection parameter
"Generate change documents" on the selection screen for this
transaction. If you do not require any change documents, deactivate
this selection parameter. This will lead to improved system
performance.

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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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WM535 - You have deactivated change document generation ?

  The SAP error message WM535 ("You have deactivated change document generation") typically occurs in the context of the Warehouse Management (WM) module when there is an attempt to perform an operation that requires change document generation, but this feature has been disabled.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Change Document Generation Disabled: The change document generation feature for the relevant object (e.g., material, storage location, etc.) has been deactivated in the system settings.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings for the Warehouse Management module may not be set up to allow change document generation.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to enable change document generation.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WM535 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Reference IMG.
  Navigate to Logistics Execution > Warehouse Management > Interfaces > Change Document Generation.
  Ensure that the change document generation is activated for the relevant objects.
  
  
  
  Activate Change Document Generation:
  
  If it is deactivated, you can activate it by adjusting the settings in the configuration. Make sure to save your changes.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to perform actions that require change document generation. This may involve reviewing roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to change document generation in WM for any additional configuration steps or considerations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Change Document Generation: This feature is used to track changes made to certain objects in the system, which can be important for auditing and reporting purposes.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO, SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE37 (Function Module) for further investigation.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to WM535 or change document generation.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or WM functional team for further assistance.