How To Fix FDT_CORE002 - Version &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDT_CORE - Formula & Derivation Tool: Core

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Version &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_CORE002 - Version &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message FDT_CORE002 with the description "Version &1 does not exist" typically occurs in the context of SAP Forms and Document Management, particularly when dealing with Adobe Forms or Smart Forms. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the specified version of a form or document.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Version: The version number specified in the error message does not exist in the system. This could happen if the version was deleted or never created.
  Incorrect Version Reference: The application or process that is trying to access the form may be referencing an incorrect or outdated version.
  Transport Issues: If the form was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), the version may not have been included in the transport request.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified version of the form.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Version Availability:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., SFP for Adobe Forms) and check if the version specified in the error message exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup if applicable.
  
  
  
  Correct Version Reference:
  
  Review the configuration or the code that is calling the form to ensure it is referencing the correct version.
  Update the reference to point to an existing version.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the form was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the version was included in the transport request.
  If necessary, re-transport the form or create the version manually in the target system.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the form version. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the incorrect version reference is being made.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SFP: For Adobe Forms.
  SMARTFORMS: For Smart Forms.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Forms and Document Management for more details on managing versions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.