How To Fix ESH_HANA_ADMIN105 - HANA version too old: HANA revision: &1, required HANA revision: &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_HANA_ADMIN - ESH HANA Index Administration

• Message number: 105

• Message text: HANA version too old: HANA revision: &1, required HANA revision: &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_HANA_ADMIN105 - HANA version too old: HANA revision: &1, required HANA revision: &2 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_HANA_ADMIN105 indicates that the version of the SAP HANA database you are using is too old for the operation you are trying to perform. The message specifies the current HANA revision (version) and the required HANA revision for the operation to succeed.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  You are trying to use a feature or functionality in SAP that requires a newer version of the HANA database than what is currently installed.
  The SAP application or component you are using has been updated to a version that is incompatible with the older HANA database version.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Current HANA Version: Verify the current version of your HANA database. You can do this by executing the SQL command:
  SELECT VERSION FROM M_DATABASE;
  
  
  Check Required HANA Version: Refer to the SAP documentation or release notes for the specific application or component you are using to find out the required HANA version.
  
  
  Upgrade HANA Database: If your current HANA version is indeed older than the required version, you will need to upgrade your HANA database to meet the requirements. This typically involves:
  
  Backing up your existing HANA database.
  Downloading the appropriate HANA version from the SAP Support Portal.
  Following the upgrade procedures as outlined in the SAP HANA documentation.
  
  
  
  Test After Upgrade: After upgrading, test the application or functionality that was causing the error to ensure that it now works correctly.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or specific instructions related to your version and the error message.
  Compatibility Matrix: Review the SAP Product Availability Matrix (PAM) to understand the compatibility between different SAP products and HANA versions.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  Important Considerations:
  
  Always ensure that you have a complete backup of your database before performing any upgrades.
  Review the release notes for the new HANA version to understand any changes or new features that may affect your existing applications.
  Consider testing the upgrade in a development or test environment before applying it to your production system.