How To Fix CRM_MKTPL254 - Type &1 can only be used for templates

CRM_MKTPL254 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_MKTPL - CRM Marketing: Marketing Planning Messages

• Message number: 254

• Message text: Type &1 can only be used for templates

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_MKTPL254 - Type &1 can only be used for templates ?

  The SAP error message CRM_MKTPL254 indicates that a specific type of marketing plan or template is being used incorrectly in the context of the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) module. This error typically arises when a user attempts to use a marketing plan type that is designated solely for templates in a context where a different type is expected.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You are trying to create or modify a marketing plan using a type that is restricted to templates only.
  The system expects a different type of marketing plan that can be executed or processed, rather than a template.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Marketing Plan Type: Verify the type of marketing plan you are trying to use. Ensure that it is appropriate for the action you are attempting (e.g., creating a campaign, executing a marketing plan).
  
  
  Use the Correct Type: If you are using a template