How To Fix WB_VERSIONING003 - Version number &1 of object &2 &3 is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WB_VERSIONING -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Version number &1 of object &2 &3 is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WB_VERSIONING003 - Version number &1 of object &2 &3 is not valid ?

  The SAP error message WB_VERSIONING003 indicates that there is an issue with the version number of a specific object in the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of transport management or versioning of objects in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The error message "Version number &1 of object &2 &3 is not valid" can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Invalid Version Number: The version number specified does not exist or is not recognized by the system.
  Object Type Issues: The object type (e.g., program, function module, etc.) may not support versioning, or the object may not be in a valid state for versioning.
  Transport Request Issues: If the object is part of a transport request, there may be inconsistencies or issues with the transport request itself.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the specified version of the object.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the system that affect how versioning is handled.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WB_VERSIONING003 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Version Number: Verify that the version number you are trying to access is correct and exists in the system. You can do this by checking the version history of the object.
  
  
  Review Object Type: Ensure that the object type supports versioning and that you are using the correct object name and type.
  
  
  Check Transport Requests: If the object is part of a transport request, check the status of the transport request. Ensure that it is released and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify the object. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  
  
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to versioning and transport management for any specific guidelines or known issues.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE03 (Transport Organizer) to investigate the object and its transport requests.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Version Management: Familiarize yourself with how version management works in SAP, including how to create, modify, and delete versions of objects.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the WB_VERSIONING003 error message.