How To Fix ST811 - The first valid release (&) is after the invalid release (&)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ST - Terminology Database

• Message number: 811

• Message text: The first valid release (&) is after the invalid release (&)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ST811 - The first valid release (&) is after the invalid release (&) ?

  The SAP error message ST811 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the versioning of a software component or a transport request. Specifically, it means that the first valid release of a component is after the invalid release, which suggests that the system is trying to access or use a version of a component that is not valid or is out of sequence.
  
  Cause:
  
  Version Mismatch: The error typically arises when there is a mismatch between the versions of software components installed in the SAP system. This can happen if a newer version is installed but the system is still trying to reference an older or invalid version.
  Transport Request Issues: If a transport request is trying to import changes that are not compatible with the current version of the software, this error can occur.
  Incorrect Configuration: Sometimes, the configuration settings in the system may point to an incorrect or outdated version of a