How To Fix KT263 - Version (&) and reference version (&) must be different

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KT - RK Message Table Maintenance

• Message number: 263

• Message text: Version (&) and reference version (&) must be different

What causes this issue?

You want to define version &V1& as a delta version by assigning
reference version &V1&. The version cannot refer to itself.

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?

Choose a version other than &V1& as the reference version.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KT263 - Version (&) and reference version (&) must be different ?

  The SAP error message KT263, which states "Version (&) and reference version (&) must be different," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) or profitability analysis (CO-PA) when you are trying to create or modify a version in the system. This error indicates that the version you are trying to use is the same as the reference version, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You are attempting to create or modify a version in a way that it references itself.
  The system requires that the version you are working with must be distinct from the reference version to ensure proper data segregation and reporting.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Version Settings:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for versions in the relevant module (e.g., CO-PA).
  Ensure that the version you are trying to create or modify is not set to be the same as the reference version.
  
  
  
  Select Different Versions:
  
  When prompted to enter a version and a reference version, make sure to select different versions. For example, if you are working with version "001", do not set the reference version to "001" as well.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you are unsure about the versions available, review the configuration settings in the SAP system to understand the existing versions and their purposes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on version management in the module you are working with.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may encounter this error while using transaction codes related to controlling or profitability analysis, such as KSV1 (Create Version) or KSV2 (Change Version).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or solutions for this error.
  Version Management: Understanding how version management works in SAP CO and CO-PA can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  By ensuring that the version and reference version are distinct, you should be able to resolve the KT263 error and proceed with your tasks in SAP.