Message type: E = Error
Message class: BE - General document entry
Message number: 221
Message text: Version & already in use
The fixed price version cannot be created because version &V1& is
already being used in another application.
INCLUDE NA_ALLG_NOVERARBEITUNG OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E
Choose another name for the fixed price version.
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BE221
- Version & already in use ?The SAP error message BE221 ("Version & already in use") typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a version in a planning application (like SAP BW or SAP APO) that is already being used or locked by another user or process. This can happen in various contexts, such as when working with planning versions, data versions, or other similar scenarios.
Cause: Version Already Active: The version you are trying to create or modify is already active or in use by another user or process. Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent multiple users from making conflicting changes to the same version simultaneously. User Sessions: Another user might have the version open in their session, preventing you from making changes.
Solution: Check Active Versions: Verify if the version you are trying to use is indeed active. You can do this by checking the version management in the relevant application. Release Locks: If you
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