How To Fix /PM0/ABJ_MSG203 - &1: Policy has unreleased versions; release all versions

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABJ_MSG -

• Message number: 203

• Message text: &1: Policy has unreleased versions; release all versions

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABJ_MSG203 - &1: Policy has unreleased versions; release all versions ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABJ_MSG203 &1: Policy has unreleased versions; release all versions typically occurs in the context of SAP's Project Management or Project System modules, particularly when dealing with policies or versions of a project.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that there are one or more versions of a policy that have not been released. In SAP, policies often have different versions that can be in various states (e.g., draft, released). If a policy has unreleased versions, the system will not allow certain actions to be performed until all versions are released.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to release all the unreleased versions of the policy. Here are the steps you can follow:
  
  
  Identify the Policy: Determine which policy is causing the error. The error message will typically include the policy ID or name.
  
  
  Check Versions: Navigate to the relevant transaction in SAP (such as CJ20N for Project Management) and check the versions of the policy associated with the project.
  
  
  Release Versions:
  
  Go to the transaction for managing policy versions (this could vary based on your specific SAP configuration).
  Select the unreleased versions of the policy.
  Use the appropriate function to release these versions. This might involve selecting the version and choosing an option like "Release" or "Approve".
  
  
  
  Verify Release: After releasing the versions, verify that all versions are now in a released state.
  
  
  Retry the Action: Once all versions are released, retry the action that initially triggered the error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N (Project Builder), CJ02 (Change Project), or any specific transaction related to policy management in your SAP environment.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to release policy versions. If you do not have the required permissions, you may need to contact your SAP administrator.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed instructions on managing policies and versions in your specific SAP module.
  Support: If you continue to experience issues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your work in SAP.