How To Fix AD746 - Only active version of technical settings exists (function not allowed)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 746

• Message text: Only active version of technical settings exists (function not allowed)

What causes this issue?

You wanted to reset the technical settings of the table to their active
version. However, only one active version of the technical settings
exists. Resetting therefore does not make sense.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

The function is not executed.

How to fix this error?

No action necessary.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD746 - Only active version of technical settings exists (function not allowed) ?

  The SAP error message AD746 ("Only active version of technical settings exists (function not allowed)") typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation that requires a different version of the technical settings in the SAP system, but only the active version is available. This can happen in various contexts, such as when working with database tables, data dictionary objects, or transport requests.
  Cause:
  
  Active Version Only: The system only has the active version of the technical settings, and you are trying to access or modify a version that is not active.
  Transport Requests: If you are working with transport requests, the error may arise if the changes have not been released or if you are trying to access a version that is not yet active.
  Development Environment: In a development environment, if you have not activated the changes or if the changes are still in a draft state, you may encounter this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Activate Changes: If you are in a development environment, ensure that you have activated all changes related to the technical settings. You can do this by navigating to the relevant object in the Data Dictionary (SE11) and activating it.
  Check Transport Requests: If you are working with transport requests, ensure that the transport request containing the changes has been released and imported into the target system.
  Review Technical Settings: Go to the technical settings of the object you are working with and check if there are any inactive versions. If there are, you may need to activate them or ensure that you are working with the correct version.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific object or operation you are trying to perform, as there may be additional steps or considerations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to technical settings include SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE14 (Database Utility), and SE03 (Transport Organizer).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or consulting SAP support for further assistance.