How To Fix LAW_MESSAGES023 - Special versions must be identical in all systems

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LAW_MESSAGES - License Administration Workbench

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Special versions must be identical in all systems

What causes this issue?

In the License Administration Workbench, the special versions for each
user should be the same in the systems, since it is otherwise not
possible to perform an automatic consolidation.

System Response

If this is not the case, this user is shown as inconsistent in the
consolidation list

How to fix this error?

Check the user classifications concerning the special versions, if
necessary. If there are different special versions, the consolidation
does not terminate, but you need to interpret the measurement results
afterwards.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LAW_MESSAGES023 - Special versions must be identical in all systems ?

  The SAP error message LAW_MESSAGES023, which states "Special versions must be identical in all systems," typically occurs in the context of SAP Landscape Management (LaMa) or during system copy or system refresh operations. This error indicates that there is a mismatch in the special versions (like kernel versions, support packages, or add-ons) across the systems involved in the operation.
  Cause:
  
  Version Mismatch: The special versions (e.g., SAP kernel, support packages, or add-ons) installed on the source and target systems are not the same.
  Inconsistent System Landscape: The systems in the landscape (e.g., development, quality assurance, production) have not been kept in sync regarding their versions.
  Incomplete Updates: One or more systems may not have been updated to the latest version or may have been updated incorrectly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Versions: Verify the versions of the special components (like the SAP kernel, support packages, etc.) on all systems involved. You can do this using transaction codes like SPAM or SAINT to check installed components.
  Synchronize Versions: Ensure that all systems have the same versions of the special components. This may involve:
  
  Upgrading the target system to match the source system.
  Downgrading the source system if necessary (though this is less common).
  
  
  Use SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to version mismatches. SAP Notes can provide guidance on how to resolve specific version-related issues.
  System Refresh: If the error occurs during a system refresh, ensure that the refresh process is followed correctly, and all necessary components are included.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for the specific operation you are performing to ensure all prerequisites are met.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking and synchronizing versions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  System Landscape Management (LaMa): Familiarize yourself with the functionalities and best practices of SAP LaMa, as it can help manage and maintain consistency across your SAP landscape.
  
  By ensuring that all systems have identical special versions, you should be able to resolve the LAW_MESSAGES023 error and proceed with your operations.