How To Fix COM_DML_ENGINE009 - When you create a version, you must specify the base object

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_DML_ENGINE - MDF Processing Layer

• Message number: 009

• Message text: When you create a version, you must specify the base object

What causes this issue?

When you create an object version, you must specify which object it
relates to. You need the object type, and either the external key of the
object or the cross-version OBJECT_ID key.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_DML_ENGINE009 - When you create a version, you must specify the base object ?

  The SAP error message COM_DML_ENGINE009 typically occurs when you are trying to create a version in the SAP system without specifying a required base object. This error is common in the context of SAP's configuration management, particularly when dealing with version management in the context of configuration objects.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises due to the following reasons:
  
  Missing Base Object: When creating a version, the system requires a base object (like a configuration object, document, or another relevant entity) to derive the new version from. If this base object is not specified, the system cannot proceed.
  Incorrect Input: The input fields may not be filled out correctly, or the required fields may be left blank.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary permissions to access or specify the base object.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Specify the Base Object: Ensure that you are selecting or entering the correct base