/CPD/PFP_MESSAGES284 - You can only view data for this version type

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 284

• Message text: You can only view data for this version type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES284 - You can only view data for this version type ?

  The SAP error message /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES284 indicates that you are trying to access or view data for a version type that is not permitted for your user role or the current context. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Project Management or Planning applications, where different version types (like "Active", "Planned", "Historical", etc.) may have specific access restrictions.
  Cause:
  
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the specific version type.
  Version Type Configuration: The version type you are trying to access may not be configured to allow viewing by certain users or roles.
  Contextual Restrictions: The system may have restrictions based on the project or planning context that prevent viewing certain version types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles and authorizations to view the version type in question. This can be done by checking the user’s role assignments in transaction SU01 or PFCG.
  
  
  
  Review Version Type Settings:
  
  Check the configuration of the version types in the relevant customizing settings. This can typically be done in the SPRO transaction under the relevant module (e.g., Project Management).
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary access to check authorizations or configuration, consult with your SAP Basis or Security team to review and adjust the necessary settings.
  
  
  
  Use Alternative Version Types:
  
  If the version type you are trying to access is not available, consider using an alternative version type that you have access to.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Support:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to version types and authorizations for more detailed guidance. You can also check the SAP Community or reach out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01 (User Maintenance)
  PFCG (Role Maintenance)
  SPRO (Customizing)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional context.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.