How To Fix UCMV008 - Version type &1, special version &2: The name must be identical

UCMV008 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCMV - Messages for Versions

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Version type &1, special version &2: The name must be identical

What causes this issue?

The same ID must be used for all characteristics of version type &V1&
and special version &V2&. You specified different IDs.

System Response

The system used the ID &V3& for all characteristics of version type
&V1& and special version &V2&. (However, this is only displayed after
restarting the consolidation workbench or after you redisplay the
version combination.)

How to fix this error?

If you agree with the use of '&V3&', no further action is required.
However, if you want to use a different ID, then make sure you use the
<ZK>identical</> ID for <ZK>all</> characteristics of version type &V1&
and special version &V2&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCMV008 - Version type &1, special version &2: The name must be identical ?

  The SAP error message UCMV008 typically occurs in the context of version management in SAP, particularly when dealing with version types and special versions. This error indicates that there is a mismatch in the naming conventions for the specified version type and special version. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Mismatched Names: The error arises when the name of the version type does not match the name of the special version. In SAP, certain version types are expected to have specific naming conventions, and if these do not align, the system will throw this error.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings for version management in the system, leading to inconsistencies in how versions are defined and recognized.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors when creating or modifying version types or special versions can lead to this mismatch.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Version Type and Special Version Names:
  
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