How To Fix UMK131 - Version &2 of catalog '&1' does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UMK - Measures

• Message number: 131

• Message text: Version &2 of catalog '&1' does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UMK131 - Version &2 of catalog '&1' does not exist ?

  The SAP error message UMK131 indicates that a specific version of a catalog does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of using SAP's Master Data Management (MDM) or similar modules where catalogs are utilized for managing data.
  Cause:
  The error message "Version &2 of catalog '&1' does not exist" can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Version Number: The version number specified in the transaction or program does not match any existing version of the catalog.
  Catalog Deletion: The catalog or the specific version may have been deleted or not created yet.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the specified catalog version.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the database or configuration that prevent the system from recognizing the catalog version.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Verify Catalog and Version:
  
  Check if the catalog name (&1) and version number (&2) are correct. Ensure that you are using the right identifiers.
  Use transaction codes like SE11 or SE80 to look up the catalog and its versions.
  
  
  
  Check Catalog Existence:
  
  Navigate to the relevant area in SAP where catalogs are managed and confirm that the catalog exists and that the specified version is available.
  
  
  
  Create or Restore Version:
  
  If the version does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup if it was deleted.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the catalog. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific module you are working with for additional context on catalog management.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it seems to be a system or configuration issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for catalog management, such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), or specific MDM transactions if applicable.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to UMK131 for any known issues or patches that may address this error.
  System Logs: Check system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.