How To Fix MGV061 - Deleting version type not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MGV - Messages for material versions

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Deleting version type not possible

What causes this issue?

The deletion of a version type is not planned.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MGV061 - Deleting version type not possible ?

  The SAP error message MGV061 ("Deleting version type not possible") typically occurs when you attempt to delete a version type that is still in use or has dependencies in the system. This can happen in various contexts, such as when dealing with planning versions in SAP's Material Management (MM) or Production Planning (PP) modules.
  Cause:
  
  Active Dependencies: The version type you are trying to delete is still being referenced by other objects, such as planning data, forecasts, or other configurations.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules, which prevent the deletion of version types that are actively used to ensure that no data inconsistencies arise.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the version type, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Before attempting to delete a version type, check if it is being used in any active planning scenarios or configurations. You can do this by:
  
  Reviewing the planning versions in use.
  Checking if there are any active forecasts or planning data associated with the version type.
  
  
  
  Remove Dependencies: If you find that the version type is in use, you will need to:
  
  Delete or archive any associated planning data or forecasts.
  Change the settings in any configurations that reference the version type.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like MC88 (for deleting planning versions) or MC9A (for displaying version types) to manage version types and check their status.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete version types. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to obtain the required permissions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific instructions related to the version type you are working with, as the steps may vary based on the module and version of SAP you are using.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing version types and planning data.
  User Roles: Ensure that user roles and authorizations are correctly set up to allow for the necessary actions in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.