How To Fix SWDP_AUTHORING_MESS101 - Inactive version of &1 exists, change not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWDP_AUTHORING_MESS - Messages Authoring Environment ABAP Web Dynpro

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Inactive version of &1 exists, change not possible

What causes this issue?

There is an inactive version for the selected object - that is, it is
currently being processed by development
Texts can only be processed for active objects.

System Response

The object is displayed. Switching to change mode is not allowed.

How to fix this error?

Try again later or activate the object in the development environment or
ask someone from the development team to take care of this.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWDP_AUTHORING_MESS101 - Inactive version of &1 exists, change not possible ?

  The SAP error message SWDP_AUTHORING_MESS101 indicates that there is an inactive version of the object you are trying to change, which prevents you from making modifications. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Web Dynpro applications or other development objects where version management is in place.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  You are attempting to modify an object (like a Web Dynpro component or application) that has an inactive version.
  The system enforces version control, and changes cannot be made to an object that is not active.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check for Inactive Versions:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE80 for Object Navigator).
  Locate the object in question and check its version history.
  Identify the inactive version that is causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Activate the Inactive Version:
  
  If the inactive version is not needed, you can delete it or activate it if it is required for your changes.
  To activate, select the inactive version and choose the "Activate" option.
  
  
  
  Create a New Version:
  
  If you need to make changes, consider creating a new version of the object. This can often be done by copying the existing object and then making your changes.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the object. Lack of proper permissions can also lead to similar issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions related to the object type you are working with.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Version Management: SAP uses version management to keep track of changes made to objects. Understanding how to navigate and manage versions is crucial for development in SAP.
  Transport Requests: If you are working in a development environment, ensure that your changes are properly included in transport requests for movement to other environments (like QA or Production).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your changes in SAP.