How To Fix MN818 - Enter version beginning with &&( or version '000'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MN - Message class for subsequent settlement (Purchasing)

• Message number: 818

• Message text: Enter version beginning with &&( or version '000'

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Please enter:
a version beginning with '&( '. The third character is optional
version '000' ("actual" data)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MN818 - Enter version beginning with &&( or version '000' ?

  The SAP error message MN818 typically occurs in the context of Material Management (MM) when dealing with version management for material master records or similar data. The error message indicates that the system expects a version number to be entered, and it should start with a specific character or be '000'.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Input: The user may have entered an invalid version number that does not conform to the expected format.
  Version Management Not Configured: The system may not be set up to handle version management properly, leading to confusion about what constitutes a valid version.
  Missing Data: The version number may not have been defined in the system for the material or data being processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input: Ensure that the version number you are entering starts with &&( or is '000'. For example, valid entries might look like &&(1, &&(2, etc., or simply 000.
  Review Configuration: If you are responsible for system configuration, check the settings related to version management in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO). Ensure that version management is enabled and configured correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific guidelines on version management in your version of SAP.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) where version management might be applicable.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to version management and error MN818 for additional insights or patches that may resolve the issue.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct procedures for entering version numbers and managing material data to prevent similar errors in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MN818 error and ensure proper handling of version management in your SAP system.