How To Fix /SAPAPO/SOR308 - It is only possible to save an active version

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SOR -

• Message number: 308

• Message text: It is only possible to save an active version

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SOR308 - It is only possible to save an active version ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SOR308 indicates that you are trying to save a version in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) that is not active. This error typically occurs when you attempt to make changes or save data in a version that is either inactive or not set as the active version.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Version: The version you are trying to save is not active. In SAP APO, only active versions can be modified or saved.
  Version Settings: The version settings may not be configured correctly, or the version may have been set to inactive by a user or system process.
  User Permissions: There may be restrictions on user permissions that prevent saving changes to certain versions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Version:
  
  Go to the version management screen in SAP APO.
  Check the status of the version you are trying to save.
  If it is inactive, activate it by selecting the version and using the "Activate" option.
  
  
  
  Create a New Active Version:
  
  If you cannot activate the existing version, consider creating a new version that is active.
  Use the version creation functionality to set up a new version and ensure it is marked as active.
  
  
  
  Check User Permissions:
  
  Ensure that your user account has the necessary permissions to modify and save the version.
  Consult with your SAP administrator if you suspect permission issues.
  
  
  
  Review Version Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the version in question to ensure it is set up correctly for the intended use.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on version management in APO.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/VER for version management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.