How To Fix SSP_GENERAL008 - Error when deleting version

SSP_GENERAL008 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SSP_GENERAL - SRM: General SP's

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Error when deleting version

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SSP_GENERAL008 - Error when deleting version ?

  The SAP error message SSP_GENERAL008 typically occurs when there is an issue related to the deletion of a version in the SAP system, particularly in the context of SAP's planning and simulation tools, such as SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP S/4HANA.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Version Locking: The version you are trying to delete may be locked or in use by another process or user.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to delete the version may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or references to the version in other objects or processes that prevent its deletion.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings that restrict the deletion of certain versions.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SSP_GENERAL008 error, you can try the following steps:
  
  
  Check Locks: Ensure that the version is not locked. You can check for locks using transaction codes like SM12 (for lock entries)