How To Fix 5D843 - Notification &1: Secondary version number DSME is not initial.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5D - Error Messages for German Infotype Module Pools

• Message number: 843

• Message text: Notification &1: Secondary version number DSME is not initial.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5D843 - Notification &1: Secondary version number DSME is not initial. ?

  The SAP error message 5D843 indicates that there is an issue with the secondary version number of a document or object in the system. Specifically, the message states that the secondary version number (in this case, "DSME") is not initialized, which means that the system is expecting a certain versioning state that is not met.
  Cause:
  
  Versioning Issue: The secondary version number may not have been properly initialized or set up in the system. This can happen if the document or object was not created correctly or if there was an error during the versioning process.
  Configuration Error: There may be a configuration issue in the system that is preventing the secondary version from being initialized.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data that are causing the system to not recognize the secondary version number.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Initialization: Verify if the secondary version number is supposed to be initialized. If it is, ensure that the necessary steps to initialize it have been completed.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to versioning in the relevant module (e.g., Document Management, Change Management). Ensure that all settings are correct and that the system is configured to handle secondary versions.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the relevant data to identify any discrepancies that may be causing the issue. This may involve checking related tables or objects in the database.
  Recreate the Object: If the issue persists, consider recreating the document or object that is causing the error. This can sometimes resolve underlying issues with versioning.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to versioning and the specific module you are working with for additional guidance.
  Contact SAP Support: If the problem cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to version management in your specific SAP module (e.g., CV01N for document management).
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform actions related to versioning and document management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.