How To Fix EDCMP424 - Operation is not allowed in version management

EDCMP424 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDCMP - ABAP Workbench: Splitscreen editor

• Message number: 424

• Message text: Operation is not allowed in version management

What causes this issue?

You wish to execute an operation that is allowed only for the active or
modified version.
For example, change operations can only be executed for the active or
modified 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?

Place the cursor on the left side.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDCMP424 - Operation is not allowed in version management ?

  The SAP error message EDCMP424 ("Operation is not allowed in version management") typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation that is restricted due to the version management settings of the object you are working with. This can happen in various contexts, such as when dealing with documents, materials, or other objects that have version control enabled.
  
  Cause:
  
  Version Management Settings: The object you are trying to modify may have version management enabled, and the operation you are attempting is not permitted under the current version management rules.
  Incorrect Status: The object might be in a status that does not allow changes, such as being locked or in a state that requires a specific version to be active.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to perform the operation on the versioned object.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Version Management Settings: Review the version management settings for the object. Ensure that the operation you