How To Fix CRMS4_PS_TOOLS_UI164 - Item type &3 in SXP itemID &2, version ID &1 is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRMS4_PS_TOOLS_UI - Messages for UI functions

• Message number: 164

• Message text: Item type &3 in SXP itemID &2, version ID &1 is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRMS4_PS_TOOLS_UI164 - Item type &3 in SXP itemID &2, version ID &1 is invalid ?

  The SAP error message CRMS4_PS_TOOLS_UI164 indicates that there is an issue with the item type in the context of a specific item ID and version ID. This error typically arises in the SAP CRM (Customer Relationship Management) system when dealing with service processes or project systems.
  
  Cause:
  The error message can be triggered by several factors, including:
  
  Invalid Item Type: The item type specified in the system does not exist or is not valid for the given context (e.g., the item ID and version ID).
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system where the item types are not properly defined or linked to the relevant processes.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the database that relate to the item type.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the specified item type.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can