How To Fix /SAPAPO/MSDP_TSDM042 - An invalid version was selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MSDP_TSDM -

• Message number: 042

• Message text: An invalid version was selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_TSDM042 - An invalid version was selected ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_TSDM042 An invalid version was selected typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) when a user attempts to access or manipulate a planning version that does not exist or is not valid in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Version: The version you are trying to access may not exist in the system. This could happen if the version was deleted or never created.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the selected version.
  Incorrect Version Selection: The version may have been incorrectly specified in the transaction or report.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data or configuration that lead to the version being marked as invalid.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Version Existence:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., /SAPAPO/MSDP_TSDM or similar) and verify if the version you are trying to access is listed.
  If the version does not exist, you may need to create it or select a different, valid version.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the version. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Correct Version Selection:
  
  Double-check the input fields where the version is specified. Ensure that the correct version is selected from the dropdown or input field.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  If you suspect data inconsistencies, you may need to run consistency checks or consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to investigate further.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific versioning and planning area you are working with for any additional insights or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error message and context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP APO/IBP that deal with planning versions, such as /SAPAPO/MSDP_TSDM for version management.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific patches or updates that address this issue.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.