How To Fix /SAPAPO/MA121 - Version & deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MA -

• Message number: 121

• Message text: Version & deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MA121 - Version & deleted ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MA121 Version & deleted typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a user attempts to access or manipulate a version of a planning object (like a planning book or data) that has been marked as deleted. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to run a planning function, access a planning book, or perform data maintenance.
  Cause:
  
  Deleted Version: The version you are trying to access has been deleted from the system. This could be due to a manual deletion by a user or a system process that cleans up old or unused versions.
  Incorrect Version Reference: The system may be referencing a version that no longer exists due to changes in the configuration or data management processes.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database or application layer that lead to the system trying to access a deleted version.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Version Status: Verify the status of the version you are trying to access. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP APO (e.g., /SAPAPO/VER for version management) and checking if the version is indeed marked as deleted.
  Restore or Create a New Version: If the version is deleted and you need it, you may need to restore it if possible or create a new version. This can be done through the version management transaction.
  Update References: If the version is referenced in any planning functions or processes, update those references to point to an active version.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on managing versions in your APO environment.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists or if you are unsure about the steps to take, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/VER for version management and /SAPAPO/MC for planning book maintenance.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and manage versions in SAP APO.
  System Logs: Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to version management in APO, as they may contain fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and restore functionality in your SAP APO environment.