How To Fix CRM_MKTPL290 - Type cannot be changed

CRM_MKTPL290 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 290

• Message text: Type cannot be changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_MKTPL290 - Type cannot be changed ?

  The SAP error message CRM_MKTPL290, which states "Type cannot be changed," typically occurs in the context of marketing planning or when working with marketing plans in the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) module. This error indicates that there is an attempt to change the type of a marketing plan or marketing element that is not allowed after it has been created.
  
  Cause:
  
  Immutable Type: Once a marketing plan or marketing element is created with a specific type, it cannot be changed to another type. This is a design decision in SAP to maintain data integrity and consistency.
  Incorrect Process Flow: The error may arise if the user is trying to perform an operation that is not supported by the current state of the marketing plan or element.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict changes to certain fields or types.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review the Type: Check the type of the marketing