How To Fix RY156 - DI: The new version begins while the old one is still valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RY - Messages for RM Basis

• Message number: 156

• Message text: DI: The new version begins while the old one is still valid

What causes this issue?

You attempted to send a new version per direct input. Although the new
version is to start on &V1&, the current version is valid until &V2&.
This is invalid not permitted. The new version has to be more recent
than the old versions.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RY156 - DI: The new version begins while the old one is still valid ?

  The SAP error message RY156 indicates that there is an attempt to create or activate a new version of a document or object while the previous version is still valid. This typically occurs in the context of document management, version control, or configuration management within SAP.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You are trying to create a new version of a document or object (like a material, BOM, or routing) while the existing version is still marked as valid.
  The system enforces rules that prevent overlapping validity periods for versions, meaning that a new version cannot be created until the old version is either closed or marked as inactive.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Current Versions: Review the existing versions of the document or object in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., MM03 for materials, CS03 for BOMs) and checking the validity dates.
  
  
  Change Validity Dates: If the old version is still valid and you need to create a new version, you may need to change the validity period of the old version. This can be done by:
  
  Setting an end date for the old version.
  Marking the old version as inactive if applicable.
  
  
  
  Create New Version: Once the old version is no longer valid, you should be able to create the new version without encountering the error.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the process or the implications of changing version validity, consult the SAP documentation or your organization's SAP guidelines.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the document or object versions.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), CS03 (Display BOM), or others depending on the object type.
  Version Management: Understand how version management works in your specific SAP module, as the rules and processes may vary.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address specific issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.