How To Fix CRM_DAM_MESSAGES057 - Mark exactly one digital asset status as EFFECTIVE

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_DAM_MESSAGES - messages of package CRM_DAM

• Message number: 057

• Message text: Mark exactly one digital asset status as EFFECTIVE

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_DAM_MESSAGES057 - Mark exactly one digital asset status as EFFECTIVE ?

  The SAP error message CRM_DAM_MESSAGES057 indicates that you are trying to mark more than one digital asset status as "EFFECTIVE" in the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system. This error typically arises when you attempt to activate multiple digital assets simultaneously, which is not allowed.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the system requires only one digital asset to be marked as "EFFECTIVE" at a time. This is a design choice in SAP to ensure that there is a clear and singular effective version of a digital asset, preventing confusion and potential conflicts in asset management.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Review the Digital Assets: Check the list of digital assets you are trying to mark as "EFFECTIVE". Ensure that you are only selecting one asset at a time.
  
  
  Select a Single Asset: If you have multiple assets selected, deselect all but one. You should only have one digital asset