How To Fix TEM_MESSAGES_AL117 - Version date must be at least &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TEM_MESSAGES_AL - Messages for TEM-AL Layer

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Version date must be at least &1

What causes this issue?

The last version &V2& had the version date &V1&. A newer version must
have at least this date or a later date.

System Response

Generating a new version is terminated.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TEM_MESSAGES_AL117 - Version date must be at least &1 ?

  The SAP error message TEM_MESSAGES_AL117 with the description "Version date must be at least &1" typically occurs in the context of transport management or version control within SAP systems. This error indicates that the version date you are trying to use is earlier than the minimum required date, which is specified by the placeholder &1.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Date Input: The date you are trying to set for a transport request or version is earlier than the date defined in the system.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the transport management system that enforce certain date constraints.
  Version Control Rules: The system may have rules that prevent the use of older versions or dates for certain operations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Date: Verify the date you are trying to use. Ensure that it is not earlier than the date specified in the error message (the date represented by &1).
  
  
  Use a Valid Date: If you need to set a version date, make sure to select a date that is equal to or later than the date indicated in the error message.
  
  
  Review Transport Requests: If this error occurs while working with transport requests, check the transport request's details and ensure that all dates are valid and conform to the system's requirements.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources related to transport management and version control for any specific rules or configurations that may apply.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a recurring problem or if it affects critical operations.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Transport Management System (TMS): Familiarize yourself with the TMS configuration and rules, as they can impact how versions and dates are handled.
  Version Control: Understand the version control mechanisms in your SAP environment, as they can vary based on system configuration and business processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.