How To Fix AUR040 - Version &1 begins with B

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AUR - Unbilled Revenue Reporting and Mass Simulation

• Message number: 040

• Message text: Version &1 begins with B

What causes this issue?

If you want to use the version number of the information structure
(Utilities Information System (UIS)) to update data from the mass
simulation documents, the version number must begin with B. This is not
the case for version &V1&.

System Response

You cannot create the version.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AUR040 - Version &1 begins with B ?

  The SAP error message AUR040 indicates that there is an issue with the versioning of a document or object in the SAP system. Specifically, the message states that "Version &1 begins with B," which typically means that the version you are trying to use or access is not valid for the operation you are attempting to perform.
  Cause:
  
  Versioning Rules: In SAP, versions are often used to manage changes to documents or objects. A version that begins with "B" may be reserved for specific purposes or may indicate a draft or temporary state that is not yet approved for use.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict the use of certain versions based on their naming conventions.
  Data Integrity: The version may not have been properly created or may have been corrupted, leading to the system rejecting it.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Version Validity: Verify the version you are trying to use. Ensure that it is a valid version that is approved for the operation you are attempting.
  Use a Different Version: If the version you are trying to access is not valid, try using a different version that does not begin with "B" and is approved for use.
  Review Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings related to version management in your SAP system. Ensure that there are no restrictions that would prevent the use of certain versions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on versioning and the implications of version names.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to version management, such as SE03 (Transport Organizer Tools) or SE09 (Transport Organizer).
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that your user role has the necessary authorizations to access and manage the versions in question.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the AUR040 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.