How To Fix EU_CLM205 - Inactive version of object exists

EU_CLM205 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EU_CLM - Messages for Programs

• Message number: 205

• Message text: Inactive version of object exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EU_CLM205 - Inactive version of object exists ?

  The SAP error message EU_CLM205, which states "Inactive version of object exists," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) or similar modules where versioning of objects (like contracts, documents, etc.) is involved. This error indicates that there is an inactive version of the object you are trying to work with, which may prevent you from performing certain actions.
  
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Object Version: The primary cause of this error is that there is an inactive version of the object (e.g., a contract) that exists in the system. This can happen if the object was previously deactivated or if there are multiple versions of the object, and the system is trying to access an inactive one.
  Version Management: The system may be configured to only allow certain actions on active versions of objects, and if an inactive version is detected, it raises this error.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in