How To Fix WN012 - No changes made

WN012 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WN - Plant master data maintenance (integrated)

• Message number: 012

• Message text: No changes made

Self-Explanatory Message

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WN012 - No changes made ?

  The SAP error message WN012 ("No changes made") typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when a user attempts to save changes to a document or record, but the system detects that no actual changes were made to the data. This can happen in various transactions, such as when working with material master records, purchase orders, or other data entry forms.
  Causes of WN012 Error
  
  
  No Data Modification: The most common cause is that the user did not make any changes to the fields in the transaction. The system checks for changes and if none are detected, it triggers this message.
  
  
  Unintentional Save: The user may have pressed the save button without making any modifications, leading to the error.
  
  
  Data Locking: In some cases, if the data is locked by another user or process, the system may not allow changes, resulting in this message.
  
  
  Validation Rules: Certain validation rules or conditions may prevent