How To Fix 26127 - New version copied from & & & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 26 - Dokumentenverwaltung

• Message number: 127

• Message text: New version copied from & & & &

What causes this issue?

You want to create a new version of an existing document. The following
situations trigger this message:
Automatic version assignment has been defined for the selected document
type via settings in Customizing.
You have entered the special character "<LB>*</> at the beginning of
the field <LS>Document version</>. In this case, the version number is
assigned internally by the system, even if the settings in Customizing
are not defined so as to support automatic version assignment.

How to fix this error?

Confirm the message. The system creates a new version of the existing
version with the highest number, &V1& &V2& &V3& &V4&.
The document data of the reference version is copied as default values,
except for the document status.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 26127 - New version copied from & & & & ?

  The SAP error message "26127 New version copied from & & & &" typically occurs in the context of version management in SAP, particularly when dealing with documents or master data that have versioning capabilities. This error message indicates that a new version of an object (like a document or a master record) has been created, but there is an issue with the copying process or the versioning itself.
  Cause:
  
  Version Management Issues: The error may arise if there are inconsistencies in the version management settings or if the system is unable to find the source version from which the new version is supposed to be copied.
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or copy versions.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data integrity of the object being copied, such as missing fields or incorrect data types.
  System Configuration: Incorrect configuration settings in the version management or document management system can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Version Management Settings: Ensure that the version management settings are correctly configured for the object you are working with. This includes checking if the source version exists and is accessible.
  Review Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or copy versions. This can be done by checking the user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Data Validation: Check the data integrity of the object being copied. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that there are no inconsistencies in the data.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to version management for the object type you are working with.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it appears to be a system bug or configuration issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide patches or updates.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to version management, such as CV01N (Create Document), CV02N (Change Document), or others depending on the context.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message 26127 in your SAP environment.