How To Fix EC340 - The version & of & was placed in the editor but has not been saved

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EC - Development environment: Menu Painter

• Message number: 340

• Message text: The version & of & was placed in the editor but has not been saved

What causes this issue?

The version was restored, but has not yet been written to the database.
If you want this to be the valid version, you must save it. When you
save, the system generates a version in the version database from the
previous current version.

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?

Save, if you want to restore the selected version.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EC340 - The version & of & was placed in the editor but has not been saved ?

  The SAP error message EC340 indicates that a version of an object (like a program, function module, or other development objects) has been placed in the editor but has not been saved. This typically occurs in the context of the ABAP Workbench or when working with transport requests.
  Cause:
  
  Unsaved Changes: The most common cause is that you have made changes to an object and have not saved those changes.
  Version Management: The version management feature in SAP allows you to keep track of different versions of an object. If you are trying to work with a version that has not been saved, this error can occur.
  Lock Issues: Sometimes, if another user has locked the object or if there are issues with the transport request, it may prevent saving.
  
  Solution:
  
  Save the Object: The immediate solution is to save the object you are working on. You can do this by clicking the save button (disk icon) in the toolbar or using the keyboard shortcut (Ctrl + S).
  Check for Locks: If you are unable to save, check if the object is locked by another user. You can use transaction code SM12 to view and manage locks.
  Version Management: If you are working with version management, ensure that you are editing the correct version and that it is saved properly.
  Transport Request: If the object is part of a transport request, ensure that the transport request is correctly assigned and that you have the necessary authorizations to save changes.
  Check for Errors: Look for any other error messages or issues in the system that might be preventing the save operation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator), SE38 (ABAP Editor), and SE11 (Data Dictionary) for managing and editing objects.
  Version Management: Understand how version management works in SAP, including how to create, save, and revert to different versions of an object.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the object and save them.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP Basis team or check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.