How To Fix BB138 - Field contained in active version of &

BB138 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BB - Coding Block

• Message number: 138

• Message text: Field contained in active version of &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BB138 - Field contained in active version of & ?

  The SAP error message BB138 ("Field contained in active version of &") typically occurs in the context of SAP's version management, particularly when dealing with data that is versioned, such as in the case of master data or configuration settings. This error indicates that a field you are trying to modify or delete is currently in use in the active version of the object.
  
  Cause:
  
  Active Version Conflict: The field you are trying to change is part of the active version of the data object, and SAP does not allow modifications to fields that are currently active.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity by preventing changes to fields that are in use, ensuring that the system remains stable and consistent.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Active Version: Review the active version of the object to see if the field is indeed in use. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or using the appropriate report