How To Fix CY228 - If you do not want to define the version, please also delete the name

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CY - Capacity Requirements Planning

• Message number: 228

• Message text: If you do not want to define the version, please also delete the name

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CY228 - If you do not want to define the version, please also delete the name ?

  The SAP error message CY228 typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when working with versions in the context of planning or budgeting. This error indicates that a version name has been defined, but the system expects either a valid version to be specified or for the version name to be deleted if it is not needed.
  Cause:
  
  Version Definition: The error arises when a version is defined in the system, but the user does not want to use it or has not provided the necessary details for it.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data where a version is referenced but not properly configured or is left blank.
  User Input Error: The user may have inadvertently left the version field populated when they intended to leave it blank.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Version Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP and check if the version you are trying to use is properly defined.
  If you do not need a specific version, ensure that the version field is left blank or delete the existing version name.
  
  
  
  Delete Version Name:
  
  If you do not want to define a version, navigate to the transaction or screen where the error occurred and remove the version name from the input field.
  Save your changes and try to execute the transaction again.
  
  
  
  Create a New Version:
  
  If you need a version, consider creating a new version with the appropriate settings and then use that version in your planning or budgeting process.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to version management in the Controlling module for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KP06 (Cost Center Planning) or KP07 (Cost Center Planning - Version) where this error might occur.
  Version Management: Understand how version management works in SAP CO, including how to create, modify, and delete versions.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to versions in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CY228 error and continue with your SAP operations.