How To Fix 1X163 - Specify the version number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1X - General hierarchy maintenance tool message

• Message number: 163

• Message text: Specify the version number

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1X163 - Specify the version number ?

  The SAP error message 1X163, which states "Specify the version number," typically occurs in the context of SAP when a user is trying to execute a transaction or process that requires a version number to be specified, but it has not been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Version Number: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not entered a version number in the relevant field when trying to execute a transaction that requires it.
  Incorrect Configuration: In some cases, the system configuration may not be set up correctly, leading to the requirement for a version number that is not being met.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked the version number field or entered it incorrectly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter a Version Number: The immediate solution is to ensure that you enter a valid version number in the required field before executing the transaction again.
  Check Configuration: If you believe you have entered the version number correctly and are still encountering the error, check the configuration settings related to the transaction you are trying to execute. Ensure that the versioning settings are correctly defined.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction to understand the requirements for the version number.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes that involve version management, such as those related to planning, budgeting, or configuration management.
  Version Management: Understanding how version management works in your specific SAP module (e.g., SAP S/4HANA, SAP BW) can help in troubleshooting similar issues.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the importance of version numbers in the context of the transactions they are executing to prevent future occurrences of this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 1X163 effectively.