How To Fix SPAU021 - The original version of &1 does not exist. Single object reset required

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SPAU - SPAU Messages

• Message number: 021

• Message text: The original version of &1 does not exist. Single object reset required

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SPAU021 - The original version of &1 does not exist. Single object reset required ?

  The SAP error message SPAU021 indicates that the original version of an object (like a program, function module, or other development object) does not exist in the system. This typically occurs during the transport of changes or when you are trying to adjust or reset an object in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Transport Issues: The object may have been deleted or not transported correctly from the development system to the quality assurance or production system.
  Modification: The object might have been modified in a way that the original version is no longer available.
  System Upgrade: If the system has been upgraded or patched, the original version may not exist due to changes in the underlying code or structure.
  Object Deletion: The object could have been deleted in the system, leading to the absence of the original version.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SPAU021 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Object Existence: Verify if the object still exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction SE80 or SE11 to search for the object.
  
  
  Reset the Object: If the original version is indeed missing, you may need to reset the object. You can do this by:
  
  Going to transaction SPAU.
  Finding the object in question.
  Selecting the object and choosing the option to reset it to the original version.
  
  
  
  Transport the Original Version: If the object was deleted or not transported correctly, you may need to transport the original version from the development system again. This may involve:
  
  Checking the transport logs to see if the object was included in a transport request.
  Re-creating the object in the development system if necessary and transporting it again.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis Team: If you are unable to resolve the issue, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis team. They can help check the transport directory, logs, and system consistency.
  
  
  Review Change Requests: Ensure that all change requests related to the object are properly managed and that no changes were made that could lead to the original version being lost.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SPAU Transaction: This transaction is used to manage modifications and adjustments after a system upgrade or transport.
  Transport Management System (TMS): Understanding how transports work in SAP can help prevent issues like this in the future.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to SPAU021 or similar errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SPAU021 error and restore the original version of the object in question.