How To Fix M5130 - Selection version already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M5 - LIS: Standard Analyses (Inventory Controlling Doc. Analysis)

• Message number: 130

• Message text: Selection version already exists

What causes this issue?

You have tried to overwrite selection version &V1&. It is not possible,
however, to overwrite the selection version here.

System Response

The system will not overwrite the selection version.

How to fix this error?

Please save the selection version using a different name.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M5130 - Selection version already exists ?

  The SAP error message M5130, which states "Selection version already exists," typically occurs in the context of Material Management (MM) or Production Planning (PP) when you are trying to create or modify a selection version that already exists in the system. This can happen in various transactions related to planning, such as creating a selection version for a material or a production order.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered because the selection version you are trying to create or modify has the same identifier (name) as an existing selection version in the system. Each selection version must have a unique identifier, and attempting to create a duplicate will result in this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve the M5130 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Selection Versions:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., transaction code MD61 for creating selection versions).
  Check the list of existing selection versions to see if the one you are trying to create already exists.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Identifier:
  
  If the selection version you are trying to create already exists, consider using a different name or identifier for your new selection version.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing Version:
  
  If you need to make changes to the existing selection version, you can modify it instead of creating a new one. Use the appropriate transaction to edit the existing version.
  
  
  
  Delete Unused Versions:
  
  If there are old or unused selection versions that you no longer need, you can delete them to free up the identifier for new versions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed instructions on managing selection versions in your specific module.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to selection versions include MD61 (Create Selection Version), MD62 (Change Selection Version), and MD63 (Display Selection Version).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message, as there may be known issues or additional guidance provided by SAP.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to create or modify selection versions in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M5130 error and successfully manage your selection versions in SAP.