How To Fix MC_CMD_BS_DRAW008 - Version &1 is not active. Document &2 will be created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MC_CMD_BS_DRAW - Message Class for draw (documents)

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Version &1 is not active. Document &2 will be created

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MC_CMD_BS_DRAW008 - Version &1 is not active. Document &2 will be created ?

  The SAP error message MC_CMD_BS_DRAW008 indicates that a specific version of a document is not active, which prevents the creation of the document in question. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's logistics and production planning modules, particularly when dealing with versions of bills of materials (BOMs), routing, or other master data.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Version: The version specified in the error message is not active in the system. This could happen if the version was deactivated or if it has not been properly set up.
  Version Control: The system may be configured to require a specific version of a document to be active before allowing the creation of related documents.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that are not aligned with the expected behavior for document creation.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Version:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., for BOMs, use transaction CS02 to change the BOM and activate the version).
  Check the status of the version in question and activate it if it is inactive.
  
  
  
  Check Version Settings:
  
  Ensure that the version control settings in the configuration are set correctly. This may involve checking the settings in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO).
  
  
  
  Review Document Creation Process:
  
  Verify that the document creation process is being followed correctly and that all prerequisites are met.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with to understand the requirements for document versions.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CS01, CS02, CS03 for BOMs, or CA01, CA02, CA03 for routings.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message or the specific module you are working with for additional troubleshooting steps or patches.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to activate versions and create documents.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully create the document in SAP.