How To Fix LCM_LCA_ERR_CODES001 - New template version available; please delete or discard content

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LCM_LCA_ERR_CODES - Message Mapping from LCA to LCM

• Message number: 001

• Message text: New template version available; please delete or discard content

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LCM_LCA_ERR_CODES001 - New template version available; please delete or discard content ?

  The SAP error message LCM_LCA_ERR_CODES001 indicates that there is a new version of a template available, and you need to delete or discard the existing content before you can proceed. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Landscape Management (LaMa) or SAP Cloud ALM when working with templates for landscape management or cloud operations.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  A new version of a template has been released or is available.
  The system detects that there is existing content based on an older version of the template that needs to be removed or updated.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Access the Template Management Section:
  
  Navigate to the area in SAP where templates are managed (this could be in SAP LaMa or SAP Cloud ALM).
  
  
  
  Identify the Existing Template:
  
  Look for the specific template that is causing the error. This may involve checking the list of templates or the specific configuration you are working with.
  
  
  
  Delete or Discard Existing Content:
  
  If you are sure that you no longer need the existing content, you can delete it. This usually involves selecting the template and choosing the delete option.
  If you want to keep the existing content for reference, consider exporting it or saving it elsewhere before deletion.
  
  
  
  Refresh or Update the Template:
  
  After deleting the old content, you can refresh the template list or re-import the new version of the template if necessary.
  
  
  
  Re-attempt the Operation:
  
  Once the old content is removed, try to perform the operation that triggered the error again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Check the official SAP documentation for Landscape Management or Cloud ALM for specific instructions on managing templates.
  Version Control: Keep track of template versions and changes to avoid similar issues in the future.
  Support: If the issue persists or if you are unsure about deleting content, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and continue with your operations in SAP.