How To Fix SD039 - Document was saved in raw version; no authorization for active version

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SD - Online doc., terminology, translation, help

• Message number: 039

• Message text: Document was saved in raw version; no authorization for active version

What causes this issue?

You do not have authorization to create end user documentation with
"final version" status in the package of the document. The document has
been saved with the status "raw version".

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Ask the system administrator to enter the relevant profile for the
package.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD039 - Document was saved in raw version; no authorization for active version ?

  The SAP error message SD039: Document was saved in raw version; no authorization for active version typically occurs in the Sales and Distribution (SD) module when a user attempts to access or modify a document (like a sales order or delivery) but lacks the necessary authorizations to work with the active version of that document.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorizations to access or modify the active version of the document. This can happen if the user's role does not include the necessary permissions for the specific transaction or document type.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that restricts access to certain users or roles.
  Custom Authorization Checks: There may be custom authorization checks implemented in the system that restrict access based on specific criteria.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system. This can be done using transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see what authorization checks failed.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for the document type they are trying to access or modify.
  
  
  
  Role Adjustment:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, work with your SAP security team to adjust the user's roles or create a new role that includes the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Document Status Review:
  
  Check the status of the document to ensure it is not locked or restricted for the user. If it is, you may need to change the status or unlock the document.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Security Team:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis or security team to investigate any custom authorization checks or configurations that may be affecting access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to authorizations or roles, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on authorization concepts and role management for further understanding of how to manage user permissions effectively.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the SD039 error message.