How To Fix /SCMB/TDL_UTILS020 - Neither source nor target version were specified for type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/TDL_UTILS -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Neither source nor target version were specified for type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/TDL_UTILS020 - Neither source nor target version were specified for type &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/TDL_UTILS020 indicates that neither the source nor target version was specified for a specific type in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) or Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This error typically arises when trying to execute a transaction or process that requires versioning information, but that information has not been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Version Information: The most common cause of this error is that the system expects a source and/or target version to be specified for the operation you are trying to perform, but these values are either missing or not correctly configured.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the planning area or the data model that prevent the system from recognizing the versions.
  User Input Error: The user may have inadvertently left the version fields blank when executing a transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  Specify Versions: Ensure that you specify both the source and target versions in the relevant fields when executing the transaction. This can usually be done in the selection screen of the transaction.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the planning area or the relevant data model to ensure that versions are correctly defined and available for use.
  Review Documentation: Consult the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction or process you are working with to understand the requirements for versioning.
  Transaction Code: If you are using a specific transaction code, ensure that you are following the correct steps and providing all necessary inputs.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance, as they may have more insights into the specific configuration of your system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to version management in SAP SCM/APO, such as /SCMB/TDL for transport logistics.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access and modify version information.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully execute the desired transaction in SAP.