How To Fix KE690 - No active version exists for data element &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 690

• Message text: No active version exists for data element &

What causes this issue?

Data element &V1& is not active in the ABAP Dictionary.

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?

Activate the data element and then repeat this action.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE690 - No active version exists for data element & ?

  The SAP error message KE690 ("No active version exists for data element &") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when you are trying to access or process data related to a specific data element (like a cost center, internal order, etc.) that does not have an active version in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Version: The most common cause of this error is that the data element you are trying to access does not have an active version. This can happen if the version was not created, was deleted, or if the version is not marked as active.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the controlling module, such as missing or incorrect settings for versions.
  Data Element Not Defined: The data element you are trying to use may not be defined in the system or may have been incorrectly set up.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Version Settings:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (like KSV1 for version management) and check if the version for the data element exists and is active.
  If it is inactive, you may need to activate it or create a new version.
  
  
  
  Create or Activate Version:
  
  If no version exists, you can create a new version using the appropriate transaction (e.g., KSV1).
  Ensure that the version is set to active after creation.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the controlling module to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  You may need to consult with your SAP CO configuration team to ensure that all necessary settings are in place.
  
  
  
  Data Element Verification:
  
  Verify that the data element you are trying to use is correctly defined in the system.
  Ensure that it is not deleted or incorrectly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on version management in controlling.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KSV1 (Create Version), KSV2 (Change Version), and KSV3 (Display Version).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify versions in the controlling module.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.