How To Fix CTS_CONFIG_MSG_CL181 - &1 plug-in is already included in software component SAP_BASIS

CTS_CONFIG_MSG_CL181 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CTS_CONFIG_MSG_CL - Message Class for Central CTS Configuration

• Message number: 181

• Message text: &1 plug-in is already included in software component SAP_BASIS

What causes this issue?

Updates to CTS functions are delivered with support packages of the
software component SAP_BASIS. If the functions of the CTS plug-ins in
the managed systems are already part of SAP_BASIS, you cannot distribute
the CTS plug-ins because this would downgrade the functions.
The &v1& plug-in in your managed system &v2& is already included in the
software component SAP_BASIS.

System Response

You cannot distribute the &v1& plug-in to the managed system.

How to fix this error?

If there is no special reason why the plug-in needs to be updated, there
is nothing to do.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CTS_CONFIG_MSG_CL181 - &1 plug-in is already included in software component SAP_BASIS ?

  The SAP error message CTS_CONFIG_MSG_CL181 typically indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the Change and Transport System (CTS) in relation to the software components in your SAP system. Specifically, the message states that a certain plug-in is already included in the software component SAP_BASIS, which can lead to confusion or conflicts during transport management.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Plug-in Entries: The error usually arises when there is an attempt to include a plug-in that is already part of the SAP_BASIS software component. This can happen if there are multiple entries for the same plug-in in the transport configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: The CTS configuration might not be set up correctly, leading to attempts to add components that are already present.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a version mismatch between the plug-in and the software component, causing the system to think that the plug-in is not properly included.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check CTS Configuration: Review the CTS configuration