How To Fix MA553 - Version & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MA - Sales and Operations Planning

• Message number: 553

• Message text: Version & does not exist

What causes this issue?

You want to pass on data for product group materials to demand
management, and you want this data to represent specific proportions
of product group planning. A special version has been declared for this
purpose, but it does not exist for this 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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MA553 - Version & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message MA553 typically indicates that a specific version of a material master record does not exist in the system. This error can occur in various transactions related to material management, such as when trying to access or modify a material's data.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Version: The version of the material you are trying to access has not been created or does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number you are using may be incorrect or may not have been created in the system.
  Data Deletion: The version may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for access.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or modify the material version.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Number: Verify that the material number you are using is correct. You can do this by searching for the material in the material master (transaction MM03).
  Create Version: If the version does not exist, you may need to create it. This can be done through the appropriate transaction (e.g., MM01 for creating a material).
  Check for Deletion: If the version was deleted, you may need to restore it if possible or create a new version.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the material master data. You may need to contact your SAP security team for assistance.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files for additional context on the error and potential fixes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that your user role has the necessary permissions to access the material master data.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further investigation.