How To Fix BSFC035 - Version is already active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BSFC - Message Table for BSFC

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Version is already active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BSFC035 - Version is already active ?

  The SAP error message BSFC035: Version is already active typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Suite applications, particularly when dealing with configuration versions in the SAP system. This error indicates that you are trying to activate a version of a configuration that is already active in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Activation: The version you are trying to activate is already marked as active in the system.
  Incorrect Version Management: There may be confusion regarding which version is currently active, leading to attempts to activate a version that is already in use.
  System Configuration Issues: There might be issues with how versions are managed or tracked in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Active Versions: 
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., transaction code BS02 for version management) to check which versions are currently active.
  Identify the version you are trying to activate and confirm its status.
  
  
  
  Deactivate the Existing Version: 
  
  If you need to activate a different version, you may need to deactivate the currently active version first. This can usually be done in the same transaction where you manage versions.
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Version: 
  
  Ensure that you are activating the correct version that you intended to use. If the version is already active, you may not need to activate it again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to version management for specific instructions on handling versions in your particular module.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BS02 (for version management) and BS03 (to display versions).
  Version Management: Understand how version management works in your specific SAP module, as the process may vary.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to activate or deactivate versions in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BSFC035 error and manage your configuration versions effectively.