How To Fix SB164 - Version management: Make versions after importing &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SB - Version Management Messages

• Message number: 164

• Message text: Version management: Make versions after importing &

What causes this issue?

The transport system is configured so that when transport requests are
imported, versions are created of the objects they contain.

System Response

A copy of each successfully imported object is saved in the version
database immediately after import. This ensures that the newest version
in the version database always matches the active version. This means
that you can check all changes made to an object by imports in the
version management.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SB164 - Version management: Make versions after importing & ?

  The SAP error message SB164, which states "Version management: Make versions after importing &", typically occurs in the context of version management in SAP, particularly when dealing with transport requests or changes in the system. This error indicates that the system is expecting a version to be created after an import operation, but it has not been done.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Version Creation: The error usually arises when a transport request is imported into the system, but the version management settings require that a new version be created as part of that import process.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the version management that are not aligned with the current operation.
  Transport Request Issues: The transport request may not have been properly configured or may be missing necessary components.
  
  Solution:
  
  Create a Version Manually: After importing the transport request, you can manually create a version for the object that was imported. This can typically be done through the transaction code SE03 (Transport Organizer) or SE80 (Object Navigator).
  Check Version Management Settings: Review the version management settings in your SAP system to ensure they are configured correctly. You can check the settings in transaction SE03 or SE09.
  Re-import the Transport Request: If the issue persists, consider re-importing the transport request and ensure that the version management settings are correctly applied during the import process.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to version management for any specific instructions or updates that may apply to your version of SAP.
  Contact SAP Support: If the problem cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Version Management: This is a feature in SAP that allows tracking changes to objects over time. It is essential for maintaining the integrity of development and production environments.
  Transport Management System (TMS): This is the framework used in SAP to manage the transport of changes between different environments (development, quality assurance, production).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE03 (Transport Organizer), SE09 (Transport Requests), and SE80 (Object Navigator) for managing transports and versions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the SB164 error and ensure proper version management in your SAP environment.