How To Fix MA533 - Version & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MA - Sales and Operations Planning

• Message number: 533

• Message text: Version & does not exist

What causes this issue?

You want to pass on material data to demand management. It can be
passed on either directly or as a proportion of the product group to
which the material belongs. A special version has been declared but it
does not exist.
The material version is relevant for the direct transfer of material
data, the product group version for the transfer of data as a
proportion of the product group.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MA533 - Version & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message MA533 ("Version & does not exist") typically occurs in the context of Material Management (MM) or Production Planning (PP) when the system is unable to find a specific version of a material or a planning object. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to access a material master record, a bill of materials (BOM), or a routing that is version-controlled.
  Causes:
  
  Non-existent Version: The version number you are trying to access does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Input: The version number may have been entered incorrectly, leading to the error.
  Data Deletion: The version may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for access.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the specified version.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings that prevent the version from being recognized.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Version Number: Verify that the version number you are trying to access is correct. Ensure there are no typographical errors.
  Review Existing Versions: Use transaction codes like CS03 (Display BOM) or C202 (Display Routing) to check which versions are available for the material or object in question.
  Create or Activate Version: If the version does not exist, you may need to create it or activate it if it has been deactivated.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the version. Consult with your SAP security team if needed.
  Consult with IT Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or IT department to investigate further, especially if it involves data integrity or configuration issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), CS03 (Display BOM), and C202 (Display Routing) to navigate and check the data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for material master data management, BOMs, and routings to understand how versions are managed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MA533 error and implement a solution. If the problem continues, further investigation may be required to address underlying issues in the system.