How To Fix KB459 - No standard versions have been defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KB - Controlling: Reporting

• Message number: 459

• Message text: No standard versions have been defined

What causes this issue?

No standard versions have been defined for the application.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Define standard versions using the configuration function.
You can also select special versions if defined.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KB459 - No standard versions have been defined ?

  The SAP error message "KB459 No standard versions have been defined" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Knowledge Base (KB) or when working with certain configuration settings in the system. This error indicates that the system is unable to find any standard versions for the object or configuration you are trying to access or modify.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Standard Versions: The most common cause is that no standard versions have been defined for the specific object or configuration in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings that prevent the system from recognizing or accessing the standard versions.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the standard versions.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies or corruption in the data related to the standard versions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Standard Versions:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area in SAP where standard versions are defined.
  Create or define the necessary standard versions for the object or configuration you are working with.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings to ensure that they are correctly set up to recognize standard versions.
  Ensure that the relevant parameters are correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the standard versions.
  If needed, consult with your SAP security team to ensure proper roles and permissions are assigned.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a data consistency check to identify any inconsistencies or corruption in the data related to standard versions.
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to investigate the relevant tables.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the module or area you are working in.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in managing standard versions, such as:
  
  SE11 (Data Dictionary)
  SE16 (Data Browser)
  SPRO (Customizing)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the "KB459 No standard versions have been defined" error in SAP.