How To Fix GA164 - Relevant version for transaction &1 and version &3 cannot be called

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GA - Allocations

• Message number: 164

• Message text: Relevant version for transaction &1 and version &3 cannot be called

What causes this issue?

With the help of activity &V1&, controlling area &V2& and version &V3&
it was not possible to call the version relevant to the activity. For
delta versions of Activity-Based Costing, the relevant version can be
the reference version - depending on the activity.

System Response

The cycle processing run is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Check your entries for the controlling area.
Check whether the version entered in the cycle exists.
Check whether the version relevant for the activity is a delta version
of Activity-Based Costing, whether its reference version has been
maintained, and whether the activity is defined in this version.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GA164 - Relevant version for transaction &1 and version &3 cannot be called ?

  The SAP error message GA164 indicates that there is a version mismatch between the transaction you are trying to execute and the version of the data or object that is currently available in the system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's General Ledger (G/L) accounting or when dealing with specific transactions that require a certain version of data.
  Cause:
  
  Version Mismatch: The transaction you are trying to execute (identified by &1) is not compatible with the version of the data or object (identified by &3) that is currently in the system.
  Data Locking: The data might be locked or in a state that does not allow the transaction to proceed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings that are not aligned with the versions being used.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, it may lead to inconsistencies in versions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Versions: Verify the versions of the transaction and the data. Ensure that you are using the correct version that is compatible with the transaction.
  Update Data: If the data version is outdated, consider updating it to the latest version that is compatible with the transaction.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the system to ensure they are set up correctly for the versions you are working with.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction and versioning to understand any specific requirements or limitations.
  System Lock: If the issue is related to data locking, check if there are any ongoing processes that might be locking the data and resolve them.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it involves complex configurations or custom developments.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the specific transaction codes involved and their documentation.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide patches or updates.
  Version Management: Understand how version management works in your specific SAP module, as it can vary between different modules and configurations.
  Testing: If possible, test the transaction in a development or quality assurance environment to replicate the issue and identify the root cause without affecting production data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the GA164 error in your SAP system.