How To Fix W3_TOOL352 - An inactive version exists for dynpro &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W3_TOOL - ITS: Maintenance Messages

• Message number: 352

• Message text: An inactive version exists for dynpro &1 &2

What causes this issue?

The screen you used for generating the template exists also in an
inactive version.

System Response

The active version of the screen is used for generating the template.

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 W3_TOOL352 - An inactive version exists for dynpro &1 &2 ?

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  SAP Error Message:
  W3_TOOL352: An inactive version exists for dynpro &1 &2
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This warning message occurs when you try to activate or generate a screen (dynpro) in a module pool or a program, but there is already an inactive version of that screen present in the system.
  
  Dynpro refers to a screen number (&1) and its program/module pool name (&2).
  The system detects that an inactive version of this dynpro exists.
  This situation typically arises when a screen has been changed but not activated properly, or when multiple versions of the screen exist due to transport or development inconsistencies.
  
  
  When does it occur?
  
  During activation of a screen in the Screen Painter or SE80.
  When generating the program or screen.
  When importing transports that contain screen changes.
  When editing screens and trying to activate them.
  
  
  Implications:
  
  The inactive version means the screen changes are not yet effective.
  The system warns you to avoid confusion or overwriting unintended versions.
  If ignored, the inactive version might cause inconsistencies or runtime errors.
  
  
  Solution / How to resolve:
  
  
  Activate the Screen:
  
  Go to the screen in SE80 or SE41.
  Open the screen &1 in program/module pool &2.
  Check the status of the screen.
  Activate the screen explicitly (Menu: Utilities ? Activate or press Ctrl+F3).
  This will overwrite the inactive version with the active one.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks or Transport Issues:
  
  Ensure no other user or process is locking the screen.
  Check if the screen is part of a transport request that is not yet imported or released.
  If the screen is part of a transport, make sure the transport is imported correctly.
  
  
  
  Delete Inactive Versions (if applicable):
  
  Sometimes, inactive versions remain due to inconsistencies.
  Use transaction SE80 or SE41 to delete or clean up inactive versions.
  Be cautious: always back up before deleting.
  
  
  
  Regenerate the Screen:
  
  Sometimes regenerating the screen helps.
  Use the "Generate" function in SE80 or SE41.
  
  
  
  Check for System or Kernel Issues:
  
  Rarely, system inconsistencies cause this.
  Run consistency checks or contact BASIS if the problem persists.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction SE80: Object Navigator, used to edit and activate screens.
  Transaction SE41: Screen Painter, used to design and activate screens.
  Transport Requests: Screens are often transported between systems; inactive versions can result from incomplete transports.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP OSS notes for any known bugs related to this message.
  Message Class W3_TOOL: Related to screen and module pool tools.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
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  Error Message
  W3_TOOL352: An inactive version exists for dynpro &1 &2
  
  
  Cause
  An inactive version of the screen exists, possibly due to incomplete activation or transport issues.
  
  
  Solution
  Activate the screen explicitly; check for locks or transport issues; regenerate or delete inactive versions if needed.
  
  
  Tools
  SE80, SE41, Transport Management System (STMS)
  
  
  
  
  If you need further help, please provide the screen number and program name, and the steps you took before the error appeared.