How To Fix R7287 - InfoObject &1 is copied from the revised version

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7 - BW: Data basis

• Message number: 287

• Message text: InfoObject &1 is copied from the revised version

What causes this issue?

You want to create a new InfoObject and have selected the InfoObject
&V1& as a template. Usually, the active version of the template
InfoObject is read. There is, however, no active version for InfoObject
&V1& as yet.

System Response

The new version of InfoObject &V1& will be used to copy the template
for the new InfoObject.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7287 - InfoObject &1 is copied from the revised version ?

  The SAP error message R7287 indicates that an InfoObject is being copied from a revised version, which typically means that there is a versioning issue with the InfoObject in the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) system. This error can occur when you are trying to copy or activate an InfoObject that has been modified or has a newer version available.
  Cause:
  
  Versioning Issue: The InfoObject you are trying to work with has been revised, and the system is preventing you from copying it because it is not in the latest version.
  Inconsistent State: The InfoObject may be in an inconsistent state due to changes made in the development environment that have not been properly transported to the production environment.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoObject was modified in a different transport request and not properly imported, it may lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Version: Verify the version of the InfoObject you are trying to copy. Ensure that you are working with the latest version.
  Activate the Latest Version: If there is a newer version available, activate it in the InfoObject maintenance screen.
  Transport the Latest Version: If you are in a development environment, ensure that the latest version of the InfoObject is transported to the target environment (e.g., quality or production).
  Use the Correct Transport Request: Make sure you are using the correct transport request that includes the latest changes to the InfoObject.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or notes related to InfoObject versioning and transport issues for any specific guidance or updates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) and RSD1 (InfoObject Maintenance) to manage InfoObjects effectively.
  Version Management: Understand how version management works in SAP BW, including how to view and manage different versions of InfoObjects.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further assistance, as they may have more insights into the specific configuration and state of your SAP environment.