How To Fix KF418 - Receiver version &1 conflicts with sender version &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KF -

• Message number: 418

• Message text: Receiver version &1 conflicts with sender version &4

What causes this issue?

You want to assess overhead costs to the receiver version &V1& in
CO-PA, but a different receiver version has been assigned to the sender
version &V4& in controlling area &V2& in fiscal year &V3&.

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?

Check your entries for the sender and receiver versions.
&NOTE&
INCLUDE CO_PA_EMPF_VERS_UML OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KF418 - Receiver version &1 conflicts with sender version &4 ?

  The SAP error message KF418, which states "Receiver version &1 conflicts with sender version &4," typically occurs in the context of data transfer between different versions of SAP systems or components, particularly in the context of data flows in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence).
  Cause:
  The error indicates that there is a mismatch between the versions of the sender and receiver in a data transfer process. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Version Incompatibility: The sender and receiver are using different versions of the data model or data structure, which can occur after an upgrade or changes in the data model.
  Data Source Changes: If the data source has been modified (e.g., fields added or removed) and the receiver has not been updated accordingly, this conflict can arise.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production) and the versions were not synchronized, this error may occur.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KF418 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Version Compatibility:
  
  Verify the versions of the sender and receiver objects. Ensure that they are compatible and that any changes made to the sender are reflected in the receiver.
  
  
  
  Update Data Models:
  
  If there have been changes to the data model, update the receiver to match the sender's version. This may involve adjusting the InfoObjects, DataSources, or other related components.
  
  
  
  Re-activate Objects:
  
  Sometimes, simply re-activating the affected objects in the SAP system can resolve version conflicts. This can be done through the relevant transaction codes (e.g., RSA1 for Data Warehousing).
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport requests to ensure that all necessary objects were included and that they were transported correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP notes and documentation related to the specific versions of the components you are using. There may be specific instructions or patches available.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the data transfer works correctly without any version conflicts.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to the specific error message or version compatibility issues. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSO2 (DataSource Maintenance), and others that may help in troubleshooting.
  Version Management: Keep track of version changes in your data models and ensure that all stakeholders are aware of updates to prevent conflicts.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further assistance.