How To Fix AD796 - Version of >> active << object stored

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 796

• Message text: Version of >> active << object stored

What causes this issue?

You selected the function 'Store version' for a revised object.

System Response

The active definition of the object, and not the definition which you
are currently displaying in the ABAP Dictionary and which you might
already have changed from the active version, is stored in the version
database.

How to fix this error?

Note:
To display the active version, you can switch the display in the ABAP
Dictionary for most of the objects with the function 'Active
<->Inactive'.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD796 - Version of >> active << object stored ?

  The SAP error message AD796 indicates that there is a version conflict with an active object in the system. This typically occurs when there is a mismatch between the version of an object that is currently active in the system and the version that is being attempted to be activated or modified.
  Cause:
  
  Version Conflict: The object you are trying to activate or modify has a different version than what is currently active in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the object was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may be discrepancies in the versions.
  Concurrent Changes: Multiple users may be trying to change the same object simultaneously, leading to version conflicts.
  Inconsistent Repository: The object might have been changed in the database without proper transport or version management.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Object Versions: Use transaction SE80 or SE11 to check the versions of the object in question. Ensure that you are working with the correct version.
  Activate the Correct Version: If you have the correct version of the object, try to activate it again. You can do this in the relevant transaction (e.g., SE80 for programs, SE37 for function modules).
  Transport Management: If the issue is related to transport, ensure that all transports have been correctly imported and that the versions are consistent across systems.
  Lock Management: Check if the object is locked by another user. You can use transaction SM12 to see if there are any locks on the object and release them if necessary.
  Recreate the Object: If the object is corrupted or if the versioning is too far out of sync, consider recreating the object or restoring it from a backup.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or patches that may address this specific error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE80 (Object Navigator), SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE37 (Function Builder), SM12 (Lock Entries).
  SAP Notes: Search for specific SAP Notes related to AD796 for any known issues or fixes.
  Version Management: Familiarize yourself with SAP's version management and transport management processes to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.