How To Fix MGV005 - Version &1 is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MGV - Messages for material versions

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Version &1 is not valid

What causes this issue?

The effectivity of the version &v1& was entered in the material
master &v2& to &v3&. The version is therefore not valid in this context
and cannot be used.

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?

Enter another material or another version or change the effectivity of
the version you entered.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MGV005 - Version &1 is not valid ?

  The SAP error message MGV005, which states "Version &1 is not valid," typically occurs in the context of material management or production planning when a user attempts to access or process a version of a material or a production order that does not exist or is not valid in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Version Number: The version number specified does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo or an incorrect reference.
  Version Deletion: The version may have been deleted or not created yet.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified version.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict the use of certain versions.
  Data Consistency Issues: There could be inconsistencies in the database that prevent the version from being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Version Number: Verify that the version number you are trying to use is correct. Ensure there are no typographical errors.
  Create or Restore Version: If the version does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it if it was deleted.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the version. Check user roles and authorizations in the system.
  Consult Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to version management in the relevant module (e.g., Material Management, Production Planning) to ensure that the versioning is set up correctly.
  Check Data Consistency: Run consistency checks or data validation processes to ensure that the database is in a good state. This may involve using transaction codes like SE11 or SE14 to check database tables.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), CO01 (Create Production Order), or others depending on the context of the error.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to MGV005 for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for version management in the specific module you are working with to understand how versions are handled.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MGV005 error and implement a solution.