How To Fix /SAPAPO/MA645 - Chosen version does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MA -

• Message number: 645

• Message text: Chosen version does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MA645 - Chosen version does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MA645 Chosen version does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a user attempts to access or manipulate a planning version that is not available in the system. This can happen for various reasons, such as the version being deleted, not being created, or the user not having the necessary authorizations to access it.
  Causes:
  
  Version Not Created: The planning version you are trying to access has not been created in the system.
  Version Deleted: The version may have been deleted or archived.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified version.
  Incorrect Version Name: There may be a typo or incorrect version name specified in the transaction.
  System Configuration: The version may not be configured correctly in the system settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Version Existence:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SAPAPO/VER (or the relevant transaction for managing versions) and verify if the version exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create a New Version:
  
  If the version does not exist, you can create a new planning version using the appropriate transaction (e.g., /SAPAPO/VER).
  Ensure that you configure it correctly according to your planning requirements.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the version. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Correct Version Name:
  
  Double-check the version name you are using in your transaction. Ensure there are no typos or incorrect characters.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis or Security Team:
  
  If you suspect that the issue is related to authorizations or system configuration, consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Review System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/VER for version management and /SAPAPO/OM for order management.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or patches.
  Documentation: Review the SAP APO documentation for more details on version management and planning processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.