How To Fix /SAPAPO/MVM163 - Active version was not deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MVM -

• Message number: 163

• Message text: Active version was not deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MVM163 - Active version was not deleted ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MVM163 Active version was not deleted typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an attempt to delete an active version of a planning object (like a planning book or a data view) that cannot be removed due to certain constraints or conditions.
  Cause:
  
  Active Version: The version you are trying to delete is currently active. In SAP APO, an active version is one that is being used for planning and analysis.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or references to the version in other planning objects or processes.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the version.
  System Settings: Certain system settings or configurations may prevent the deletion of active versions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Deactivate the Version: Before deleting an active version, you need to deactivate it. This can usually be done through the transaction code /SAPAPO/MVM or the relevant transaction for managing versions.
  Check Dependencies: Ensure that there are no active dependencies on the version you are trying to delete. This may involve checking other planning books, data views, or processes that reference the version.
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the deletion. If not, contact your system administrator to grant the required permissions.
  System Configuration: Review the system configuration settings related to version management to ensure that there are no restrictions on deleting active versions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/MVM for version management and /SAPAPO/MC62 for managing planning books.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on version management in SAP APO.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and successfully manage your planning versions in SAP APO.