How To Fix VCH_HL_UTIL104 - Wrong VCH AFL procedure installed. Expected version is &1. See long text.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VCH_HL_UTIL - Contains Messages that do not belong to core functionalities

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Wrong VCH AFL procedure installed. Expected version is &1. See long text.

What causes this issue?

The version of the VCH AFL procedure installed on the system does not
match the version expected.

System Response

Configuration with advanced variant configuration not possible.

How to fix this error?

See SAP Note 2598627 for further help:
<DS:URLA.https://launchpad.support.sap.com/#/notes/2598627>link</>.

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

The following list shows common problems with a VCH AFL installation:
A VCH AFL is not installed. Please install, a VCH AFL.
A wrong version of the VCH AFL is installed. The VCH AFL doesn't fit to
your SAP S/4 HANA system installation. Please install a correct VCH AFL
matching your S/4 HANA system release, SPS level and HANA revision.
No script server is running on your database. Please start a script
server.
Not authorized to execute VCH AFL procedures. Please grant the required
privileges to the technical user, who is designated the task of
executing database calls to run VCH AFL procedures.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VCH_HL_UTIL104 - Wrong VCH AFL procedure installed. Expected version is &1. See long text. ?

  The SAP error message VCH_HL_UTIL104 indicates that there is a mismatch between the version of the VCH (Virtual Channel Handler) AFL (Application Function Library) procedure that is currently installed and the version that is expected by the system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Virtual Channel technology, which is used for communication between different components or systems.
  Cause:
  
  
  Version Mismatch: The installed version of the VCH AFL procedure does not match the version that the system expects. This can happen due to:
  
  An upgrade or patch that was applied, which changed the expected version.
  Manual changes or installations that did not align with the system's requirements.
  Missing or incomplete installation of the required components.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that lead to the wrong version being referenced.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Installed Version: Verify the version of the VCH AFL procedure that is currently installed. You can do this by checking the relevant transaction codes or tables in SAP that store version information.
  
  
  Update or Reinstall: If the version is indeed incorrect, you may need to:
  
  Update the VCH AFL procedure to the expected version. This can typically be done through the SAP Software Update Manager (SUM) or by applying the relevant support package.
  If the procedure is missing, reinstall it from the appropriate SAP installation media or download it from the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or release notes for the specific version you are working with to ensure that you have the correct version and any dependencies that may be required.
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to the VCH and ensure that they are set correctly. This may involve checking the relevant customizing settings in the SAP system.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on the specific details of your system and the error message.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that address this specific error message or provide guidance on version compatibility for the VCH AFL procedures.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes such as SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE37 (Function Module) to check the installed function modules and their versions.
  System Logs: Check the 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 to resolve it.