How To Fix DA412 - Only old versions can be restored

DA412 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DA - Dictionary: Compare, distribution, timer, instantiation

• Message number: 412

• Message text: Only old versions can be restored

What causes this issue?

You have tried to restore the active or the revised version. However,
it only makes sense to restore historical versions.

System Response

The action cannot be carried out.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

DA412 - Details

• The SAP error message DA412 ("Only old versions can be restored") typically occurs in the context of data archiving and restoration processes within the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to restore a specific version of an archived object because it is not an older version that can be restored.
  
  Cause:
  
  Versioning Issue: The error usually arises when you attempt to restore a version of an archived object that is not considered an "old" version by the system. SAP maintains a versioning system for archived data, and only certain versions are eligible for restoration.
  Archiving Process: If the archiving process has been executed in a way that does not allow for the restoration of the current version, this error may occur.
  Data Integrity: The system may prevent the restoration of certain versions to maintain data integrity and consistency.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Version History: Review the version history of the archived object to identify