How To Fix 8A847 - Define a version for company code & in Customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8A - Messages for Argentina

• Message number: 847

• Message text: Define a version for company code & in Customizing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8A847 - Define a version for company code & in Customizing ?

  The SAP error message 8A847 indicates that a version has not been defined for a specific company code in the system. This error typically occurs when you are trying to execute a transaction that requires a version to be defined for financial reporting or planning purposes.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You attempt to access a financial report or planning transaction that requires a version to be defined.
  The version for the specified company code has not been set up in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to define a version for the specified company code in the SAP Customizing settings. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Customizing Menu:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Enter the transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Reference IMG.
  
  
  
  Navigate to the Relevant Path:
  
  Follow the path: Financial Accounting (New) -> General Ledger Accounting (New) -> Master Data -> Versions.
  
  
  
  Define a Version:
  
  Select the option to define versions.
  Create a new version or modify an existing one.
  Ensure that you assign the version to the relevant company code.
  
  
  
  Assign the Version:
  
  Make sure that the version is correctly assigned to the company code you are working with.
  
  
  
  Save Your Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save your configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Transaction:
  
  Go back to the transaction that was causing the error and try executing it again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Versions in SAP: Versions are used in financial reporting and planning to differentiate between different sets of data (e.g., actuals vs. budget).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB52 (to maintain periods) and OBY6 (to define company codes) if you need to check related configurations.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more detailed information on financial versions and their configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to check for additional configuration settings or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance.