How To Fix RMSA_VRS027 - Replacement is not allowed for drafts

RMSA_VRS027 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RMSA_VRS - RMS: Versioning

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Replacement is not allowed for drafts

What causes this issue?

Drafts cannot be replaced because they do not have a validity period.

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?

Only replace versions of objects or objects without versions.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

RMSA_VRS027 - Details

• The SAP error message RMSA_VRS027, which states "Replacement is not allowed for drafts," typically occurs in the context of SAP Retail or SAP S/4HANA when dealing with merchandise management or similar processes. This error indicates that the system is preventing a replacement operation for a draft document, which is not allowed in the current configuration or state of the document.
  
  Cause:
  
  Draft Status: The document you are trying to replace is in a draft status. In SAP, drafts are often not finalized and may not be eligible for certain operations, including replacements.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to restrict certain actions on draft documents to prevent inconsistencies or errors in the data.
  Business Process Rules: There may be specific business rules or workflows defined in your organization that prohibit replacements for draft documents.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Finalize the Draft: If you need to perform a replacement, first finalize the draft document. This usually involves saving or