How To Fix MA135 - Version & exists already --> F1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MA - Sales and Operations Planning

• Message number: 135

• Message text: Version & exists already --> F1

What causes this issue?

A version with the number &v1& exists already. It was last changed on
&v2& by user &v3&. The version text is: &v4&.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MA135 - Version & exists already --> F1 ?

  The SAP error message MA135 ("Version & exists already") typically occurs in the context of Material Management (MM) or Production Planning (PP) when you are trying to create or modify a version of a material or a production plan that already exists in the system. This error indicates that the version you are trying to create is already present, which prevents the system from allowing duplicate entries.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Version: The version number you are trying to create or modify already exists in the system for the specified material or production plan.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may have been a mistake in entering the version number or material number, leading to an attempt to create a version that is already registered.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured to prevent the creation of duplicate versions for certain materials or production plans.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Versions: Before creating a new version, check the existing versions for the material or production plan. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., MM02 for material master) and reviewing the versions.
  Use a Different Version Number: If you need to create a new version, consider using a different version number that does not already exist in the system.
  Modify Existing Version: If your intention was to modify an existing version, navigate to the appropriate transaction and make the necessary changes to the existing version instead of creating a new one.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the versioning process, refer to SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines on version management for materials or production plans.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists or if you believe there is a system error, contact your SAP support team or system administrator for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM02 (Change Material), MM03 (Display Material), or any specific transaction related to the versioning of production plans.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to version management in your specific SAP version.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify versions in the system, as lack of permissions can sometimes lead to unexpected errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MA135 error and proceed with your tasks in SAP.