How To Fix PIC01614 - Earlier releases could not be read

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PIC01 - Parts Interchangeability Message Class

• Message number: 614

• Message text: Earlier releases could not be read

What causes this issue?

Table AVERS contains a list of all earlier IS releases. This table is
not maintained in your system.
This information is not necessary for carrying out an XPRA, which
converts data for parts interchangeability from your old data into a
new table.

System Response

The system could not convert possible old data.

How to fix this error?

If no relevant old data exists, this report does not have to be
repeated. Old data to be converted can only appear for the source
release A<(>&<)>D3.0A or A<(>&<)>D 3.0B. If this is the case, you can
determine whether you are affected by the conversion, in the following
way:
Using transaction SE16 read the contents of tables MPNSET and TMEX. If
you find an entry in one of the tables, then you must carry out the
report again later. Using this transaction, read table MARA. If there
are entries for which the field MARA-IMATN is filled, then you must
carry out the report again later.
If you are affected by the conversion, make the entries in table AVERS
again, according to your previous release.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PIC01614 - Earlier releases could not be read ?

  The SAP error message PIC01614, which states "Earlier releases could not be read," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or when dealing with document management and versioning. This error indicates that the system is unable to access or retrieve earlier versions of a document or object, which can be critical for processes that rely on historical data.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Data: The earlier versions of the document or object may not exist in the database. This could happen if they were deleted or never saved.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access earlier versions of the document.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the document management system or the specific application module.
  Database Issues: There could be underlying database problems that prevent access to historical data.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport or upgrade, it may not have migrated all historical data correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Existence: Verify if the earlier versions of the document or object actually exist in the system. You can do this by checking the version history or logs.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to access earlier versions. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  System Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the document management system or the relevant module to ensure that it is set up correctly to handle versioning.
  Database Integrity: Check the database for any integrity issues. This may involve running consistency checks or consulting with your database administrator.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes or patches that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases updates that fix known issues.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide more detailed troubleshooting based on your specific system configuration and version.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for your specific version and module to understand how versioning and document management are supposed to work.
  Community Forums: Check SAP community forums or other user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and potentially resolve the PIC01614 error in your SAP system.