How To Fix WB796 - Version &1 cannot be copied

WB796 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WB - Messages for assortment list

• Message number: 796

• Message text: Version &1 cannot be copied

What causes this issue?

Layout module versions can only be copied if there are no versions of
the layout that do not have a defined finish date.

System Response

The system cannot copy the version.
&USE&
Close the vesion manually before you copy it.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WB796 - Version &1 cannot be copied ?

  The SAP error message WB796 "Version &1 cannot be copied" typically occurs in the context of working with versions in SAP, particularly in the areas of project management or configuration management. This error indicates that the specified version cannot be copied due to certain restrictions or conditions.
  Causes:
  
  Version Status: The version you are trying to copy may be in a status that does not allow copying (e.g., it might be locked or marked as completed).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to copy the specified version.
  Version Type: The version type may not support copying. For example, some versions may be designated as "final" or "archived."
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or links to other objects that prevent the version from being copied.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues or inconsistencies in the database.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Version Status: Verify the status of the version you are trying to copy. If it