How To Fix FINS_FI_HRRP037 - A future version already exists. See long text for detail.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_FI_HRRP - Message class for HRRP

• Message number: 037

• Message text: A future version already exists. See long text for detail.

What causes this issue?

A future version already exist.

System Response

HRRP activation cannot be performed successfully.

How to fix this error?

Financial Statement will be saved only.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_FI_HRRP037 - A future version already exists. See long text for detail. ?

  The SAP error message FINS_FI_HRRP037 with the description "A future version already exists" typically occurs in the context of financial or HR-related processes, particularly when dealing with version management in SAP. This error indicates that there is already a future version of a document or record that conflicts with the current operation you are trying to perform.
  Cause:
  
  Existing Future Version: The primary cause of this error is that there is already a future version of the document or record you are trying to create or modify. SAP does not allow the creation of overlapping future versions for the same object.
  Incorrect Date Settings: The date settings for the version you are trying to create may overlap with an existing future version.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that are not allowing the creation of new versions due to existing ones.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Versions: Review the existing versions of the document or record in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or using the appropriate report to list versions.
  Adjust Dates: If you need to create a new version, ensure that the start date of the new version does not overlap with any existing future versions. Adjust the dates accordingly.
  Delete or Modify Existing Versions: If the existing future version is no longer needed, consider deleting or modifying it to allow for the creation of the new version.
  Consult Long Text: The error message suggests checking the long text for more details. This can provide specific guidance related to the context in which the error occurred.
  System Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that the system settings allow for the desired versioning behavior.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes to view or manage versions (e.g., SE11 for data dictionary, SE38 for reports).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on version management and error handling.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.