How To Fix AD01_BIW_PI004 - RA Version selection must be provided

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD01_BIW_PI - Messages for PS-Rev interface to BIW

• Message number: 004

• Message text: RA Version selection must be provided

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD01_BIW_PI004 - RA Version selection must be provided ?

  The SAP error message AD01_BIW_PI004 with the description "RA Version selection must be provided" typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when a report or query is executed without specifying a required version for the data selection.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Version Parameter: The error indicates that the version parameter, which is often required for financial or planning data, has not been provided in the selection criteria.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the InfoProvider or the query that does not allow for a default version to be set.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the version in the selection screen of the report or query.
  
  Solution:
  
  Specify the Version: When executing the report or query, ensure that you select a version from the available options. This is usually done in the selection screen where you can choose the version (e.g., Actual, Plan, Forecast).
  Check Query Design: If you are using a BEx query, check the query design in the BEx Query Designer to ensure that the version characteristic is included and properly configured.
  Default Version Setting: If applicable, set a default version in the query properties or in the InfoProvider settings to avoid having to select it each time.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the version data. Sometimes, restrictions can lead to the inability to select a version.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how to handle versioning in your particular BW/BI setup.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  Training and Documentation: Review training materials or documentation related to SAP BW/BI to better understand how versioning works in your reports and queries.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully execute your report or query in SAP.