How To Fix /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES088 - You cannot set a version type as both unique and default

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 088

• Message text: You cannot set a version type as both unique and default

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES088 - You cannot set a version type as both unique and default ?

  The SAP error message /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES088 indicates that there is a conflict in the configuration of version types in the SAP system. Specifically, it states that you cannot set a version type as both "unique" and "default" at the same time. 
  Cause:
  This error typically arises when you are trying to configure version types in the SAP system, particularly in the context of the SAP Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or similar modules where version management is crucial. The conflict occurs because:
  
  Unique Version Type: This means that each version of an object is distinct and cannot be duplicated.
  Default Version Type: This indicates that a version type is the standard or primary version that will be used unless specified otherwise.
  
  Setting a version type to be both unique and default is logically inconsistent, as a unique version cannot be the default if it cannot be duplicated.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to review the configuration of your version types and ensure that no version type is set to be both unique and default. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Access Version Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction in SAP (e.g., SPRO) and navigate to the section where version types are defined.
  
  
  
  Review Version Type Settings:
  
  Check the settings for each version type. Look for the version type that is causing the conflict.
  Ensure that you do not have any version type marked as both unique and default.
  
  
  
  Adjust Settings:
  
  If you find a version type that is incorrectly configured, adjust its settings. You may need to change it to either unique or default, but not both.
  Save your changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of changing version type settings, consult the SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or updates regarding this error message.
  Version Management: Familiarize yourself with the concepts of version management in SAP, as understanding how version types work can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to version type configurations, as this may be restricted based on user roles.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and configure your version types correctly in SAP.