How To Fix FV_PROD_VERS018 - Production version &1 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FV_PROD_VERS - Messages for Production Version Maintenance

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Production version &1 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FV_PROD_VERS018 - Production version &1 already exists ?

  The SAP error message FV_PROD_VERS018 indicates that you are trying to create or modify a production version in the system, but a production version with the same identifier already exists. This error typically occurs in the context of production planning and control, particularly when dealing with material master data.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by attempting to create a new production version for a material that already has a production version defined with the same key (e.g., material number and plant). Each production version must be unique for a given material and plant combination.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Production Versions:
  
  Navigate to the production version maintenance screen (Transaction code: C223 or C202).
  Enter the material number and plant to see the existing production versions.
  Verify if the production version you are trying to create already exists.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing Production Version:
  
  If the production version already exists and you need to make changes, you can modify the existing version instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Delete Unnecessary Production Versions:
  
  If there are obsolete or unnecessary production versions, you can delete them to free up the version number for new entries.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Production Version:
  
  If you need to create a new production version, consider using a different version number that does not conflict with existing ones.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to production versions for additional context and guidelines.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  C223: Create Production Version
  C202: Change Production Version
  C201: Display Production Version
  
  
  
  Production Version: A production version in SAP is a combination of a bill of material (BOM) and a routing that defines how a product is manufactured.
  
  
  Material Master: The material master is a central repository of information related to materials in SAP, including production versions, BOMs, and routings.
  
  
  Error Handling: If you frequently encounter this error, consider implementing a review process for production version creation to ensure that duplicates are not created.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FV_PROD_VERS018 error and manage your production versions effectively.