How To Fix UD181 - Version & of & not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UD - EDM - Enterprise Data Model

• Message number: 181

• Message text: Version & of & not found

What causes this issue?

You attempted to read a version of an ABAP/4 Dictionary object that
does not exist in the versions database.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Versions indicated by mode = 'D' do not really exist. These entries are
intended to document that the object was deleted with the displayed
correction.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UD181 - Version & of & not found ?

  The SAP error message UD181, which states "Version & of & not found," typically occurs in the context of SAP's configuration management, particularly when dealing with versions of objects such as documents, materials, or other master data. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specific version of an object that is being referenced.
  Causes:
  
  Non-existent Version: The version of the object you are trying to access does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the version number or the object name.
  Data Deletion: The version may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for access.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the specific version of the object.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration settings that manage versions in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Version and Object Name: Verify that the version number and object name you are trying to access are correct. Ensure there are no typographical errors.
  Review Object Availability: Check if the version exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or using the appropriate report to list available versions.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the version. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify user roles and authorizations.
  Consult Change Logs: If the version was recently deleted or changed, check the change logs or audit trails to understand what happened to the version.
  Recreate the Version: If the version is indeed missing and you need it, you may need to recreate it based on the available data or configurations.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or specific transaction codes related to the object type you are working with.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on version management and object handling.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the UD181 error in your SAP system.