How To Fix M2497 - Generated version was recovered

M2497 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M2 - LIS: Generating and updating info structures

• Message number: 497

• Message text: Generated version was recovered

What causes this issue?

The revised version of the update rules is deleted and the version that
was active at the time when the update was generated is reloaded.

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

The reloaded update rules must still be saved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M2497 - Generated version was recovered ?

  The SAP error message M2497, which states "Generated version was recovered," typically occurs in the context of Material Management (MM) and is related to the generation of a version for a material master record or a related document. This message indicates that the system has encountered an issue while trying to generate a new version of a material or document, and it has reverted to a previously saved version.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, which can prevent the system from generating a new version.
  Locking Issues: If another user or process is currently accessing or modifying the same material or document, it can lead to conflicts.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the material master or related modules can lead to errors during version generation.
  System Errors: Temporary system errors or issues with the database can also cause this message to appear.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Locks: Ensure that no other