How To Fix AW651 - System error: Operational version is not legal version

AW651 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AW - AuC messages

• Message number: 651

• Message text: System error: Operational version is not legal version

What causes this issue?

In your controlling area, the operational version is not set up as the
legal valuation version.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

This setting is not allowed for line item settlement at the present
time.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AW651 - System error: Operational version is not legal version ?

  The SAP error message AW651 ("System error: Operational version is not legal version") typically occurs in the context of SAP's planning and controlling modules, particularly when dealing with versions in the system. This error indicates that the operational version being used is not recognized as a valid or legal version for the operations being performed.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Version Configuration: The version you are trying to use may not be properly configured in the system. This could be due to it being deleted, not activated, or not set up correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified version.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the version, such as missing entries or corrupted data.
  System Settings: The system settings may not allow the use of certain versions due to configuration settings or restrictions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Version Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., transaction code