How To Fix 7A301 - Progress version &1 does not exist in controlling area &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 7A - PS Progress Analysis

• Message number: 301

• Message text: Progress version &1 does not exist in controlling area &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 7A301 - Progress version &1 does not exist in controlling area &2 ?

  The SAP error message "7A301 Progress version &1 does not exist in controlling area &2" typically indicates that there is an issue related to the configuration of the controlling area in the SAP system, specifically regarding the progress version that is being referenced.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Progress Version: The specified progress version (indicated by &1) does not exist in the controlling area (indicated by &2). This could happen if the version was deleted or never created.
  Incorrect Configuration: The controlling area may not be properly configured to include the specified progress version.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the progress version or controlling area being referenced.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Progress Versions:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code OKKP (Controlling Area: Maintain Versions).
  Verify if the progress version specified in the error message exists for the controlling area in question.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or correct the reference in your transaction.
  
  
  
  Create or Adjust Progress Version:
  
  If the progress version is missing, you can create a new version by using the same transaction (OKKP).
  Ensure that the version is correctly configured for the controlling area.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the controlling area to ensure that all necessary versions are defined and active.
  Make sure that the controlling area is correctly set up to use the required progress versions.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Verification:
  
  Double-check the input values in the transaction that triggered the error to ensure there are no typographical errors in the progress version or controlling area.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OKKP: Maintain Versions in Controlling Area
  OKKS: Maintain Cost Center Accounting Versions
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on controlling area configuration and version management.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the progress version is correctly set up in the controlling area.