How To Fix BLE_BADI_MSG045 - A draft version for implementation &1 already exists.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BLE_BADI_MSG -

• Message number: 045

• Message text: A draft version for implementation &1 already exists.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BLE_BADI_MSG045 - A draft version for implementation &1 already exists. ?

  The SAP error message BLE_BADI_MSG045 indicates that there is already a draft version for the implementation of a Business Add-In (BAdI) that you are trying to create or modify. This typically occurs when you attempt to create a new implementation for a BAdI that already has a draft version in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Existing Draft: The most common cause of this error is that a draft implementation for the specified BAdI already exists in the system. This could be due to a previous attempt to create an implementation that was not activated or was saved as a draft.
  User Lock: Another possibility is that the user who is trying to create the implementation does not have the necessary authorizations or that the implementation is locked by another user.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Implementations:
  
  Go to the BAdI implementation transaction (e.g., SE19) and check if there is an existing draft implementation for the BAdI you are trying to work with.
  If a draft exists, you can either activate it or delete it if it is no longer needed.
  
  
  
  Activate or Delete Draft:
  
  If you find a draft implementation that you want to keep, activate it.
  If the draft is not needed, you can delete it to clear the way for a new implementation.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify BAdI implementations. If you suspect a lock, check with your system administrator.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction SE19:
  
  Navigate to transaction SE19 (BAdI Implementation) and enter the BAdI name. You can view existing implementations and their statuses.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  If you suspect that the implementation is locked, you can check the lock entries using transaction SM12. Look for any locks related to the BAdI implementation and resolve them as necessary.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BAdI (Business Add-In): A BAdI is a type of enhancement in SAP that allows you to add custom functionality to standard SAP applications without modifying the original code.
  Draft Implementations: Draft implementations are temporary versions of BAdI implementations that are not yet activated. They can be used for testing or development purposes.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE18: To view the BAdI definition.
  SE19: To create or manage BAdI implementations.
  SM12: To check for locks on objects.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message BLE_BADI_MSG045 and proceed with your BAdI implementation.