How To Fix FVD_PRODUCT261 - Version &1 is active at the same time

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FVD_PRODUCT - Messages CML Product Editing

• Message number: 261

• Message text: Version &1 is active at the same time

What causes this issue?

The validity period of the present version overlaps with that of version
&V1&. Two versions of the same product cannot be active at the same
time.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

If you want to activate the present version, you can either deactivate
version &V1& or change the validity period of one of the versions. To
change version &V1& you have to save the present version first (without
creating a new version).

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FVD_PRODUCT261 - Version &1 is active at the same time ?

  The SAP error message FVD_PRODUCT261 indicates that there is a conflict with the versioning of a product in the SAP system. Specifically, it means that two versions of the same product are active at the same time, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in the context of product master data management, particularly in the SAP Flexible Real Estate Management (RE-FX) or similar modules where product versions are managed. The main causes for this error include:
  
  Duplicate Activation: Two different versions of the same product have been activated simultaneously.
  Data Entry Error: An error during data entry or migration may have led to the same product being assigned multiple active versions.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the product version management may allow for multiple versions to be activated.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FVD_PRODUCT261 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Active Versions:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to check the relevant database tables (e.g., FVD_PRODUCT) to identify which versions of the product are currently active.
  
  
  
  Deactivate Duplicate Versions:
  
  Once you identify the conflicting versions, you can deactivate the unnecessary or duplicate version. This can typically be done through the product master data maintenance transaction (e.g., FVD_PRODUCT).
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to product version management to ensure that the system is set up correctly to prevent multiple versions from being activated.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to product version management for specific instructions on handling version conflicts.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists or if you are unsure about making changes, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FVD_PRODUCT, SE16, SE11, and others that may be used for product management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  Version Management: Understand the principles of version management in SAP, including how versions are created, activated, and deactivated.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FVD_PRODUCT261 error and ensure that only one version of a product is active at any given time.