How To Fix 5A787 - CAUTION: Only the reference version will be loaded (no DB selection)

5A787 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5A - Basis Personnel Management

• Message number: 787

• Message text: CAUTION: Only the reference version will be loaded (no DB selection)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5A787 - CAUTION: Only the reference version will be loaded (no DB selection) ?

  The SAP error message 5A787 with the description "CAUTION: Only the reference version will be loaded (no DB selection)" typically occurs in the context of SAP's transport management system or when dealing with transport requests. This message indicates that the system is only loading the reference version of an object, and no database selection is being made. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  Transport Request Issues: The transport request may not be properly configured or may be missing necessary components.
  Object Locking: The object you are trying to transport may be locked by another user or process, preventing the system from accessing the database version.
  Missing Database Entries: The database entries for the object may not exist, leading the system to only load the reference version.
  Development Environment: If you are working in a development environment, the object may not have been activated or