How To Fix RMSA_VRS049 - Object is being replaced; version chain is therefore complete

RMSA_VRS049 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RMSA_VRS - RMS: Versioning

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Object is being replaced; version chain is therefore complete

What causes this issue?

The last version in the version chain of the object is the predecessor
in a replacement relationship, in other words, the object is being
replaced by another object. The version chain is now complete and no
further versions can be generated.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

RMSA_VRS049 - Details

• The SAP error message RMSA_VRS049, which states "Object is being replaced; version chain is therefore complete," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Recipe Management or similar modules where versioning of objects (like recipes, materials, etc.) is managed. This message indicates that the system has detected that the object you are trying to work with is being replaced by a newer version, and as a result, the version chain is considered complete.
  
  Cause:
  
  Versioning System: The object you are trying to access or modify has been superseded by a newer version. In SAP, when an object is replaced, the older version is marked as inactive or obsolete.
  Data Integrity: This mechanism is in place to ensure data integrity and to prevent changes to objects that are no longer valid or in use.
  Workflow Process: The error may also arise during a workflow process where the system is trying to access an object that is