What does activating a change request in SAP MDG signify?

Activating a change request in SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) signifies the approval of data changes. When a change request is activated, it indicates that the proposed modifications to the master data have gone through the preliminary stages, such as data entry and any necessary validations, and have received the necessary approvals from designated stakeholders or governance processes.

This step is crucial as it formally transitions the change request from a pending state to an approved state, allowing the changes to be implemented in the system. It ensures that all modifications are subjected to the organization’s data governance policies and procedures, thus maintaining the integrity and quality of master data.

In the context of data management, this approval signifies that all verifications regarding compliance, accuracy, and relevance have been adequately addressed, making it clear that the changes can now be safely and confidently applied to the master data records.