How To Fix /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES004 - You can only set one plan type as default

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: You can only set one plan type as default

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES004 - You can only set one plan type as default ?

  The SAP error message /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES004 indicates that you are trying to set more than one plan type as the default in the planning framework, which is not allowed. In SAP, only one plan type can be designated as the default for a particular planning area.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You attempt to set multiple plan types as the default for the same planning area.
  There is a configuration issue where the system is not recognizing the existing default plan type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Default Plan Type:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the planning area in question.
  Identify which plan type is currently set as the default.
  
  
  
  Remove Existing Default:
  
  If there is already a default plan type set, you need to remove it before you can set a new one.
  This can typically be done in the planning area configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Set New Default Plan Type:
  
  After ensuring that no other plan type is set as default, you can proceed to set the desired plan type as the default.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  Make sure to save your changes after setting the new default plan type.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the changes, test the planning functionality to ensure that the new default plan type is working as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO to access the configuration settings for planning areas and plan types.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on configuring planning areas and plan types.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the planning area configuration.
  Consult SAP Notes: If the issue persists, check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific bugs or issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully set the desired plan type as the default.