/ISDFPS/PM088 - Revision type is not WPS-controlled in this system

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/PM -

• Message number: 088

• Message text: Revision type is not WPS-controlled in this system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/PM088 - Revision type is not WPS-controlled in this system ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/PM088 Revision type is not WPS-controlled in this system typically occurs in the context of SAP's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or Engineering Change Management (ECM) modules, particularly when dealing with revision types in the Work Process System (WPS).
  Cause:
  This error indicates that the revision type you are trying to use is not configured to be controlled by the WPS in your SAP system. This can happen for several reasons:
  
  The revision type is not set up correctly in the system.
  The configuration for the WPS is incomplete or incorrect.
  The user is trying to perform an operation that requires WPS control, but the revision type does not support it.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Revision Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for revision types in your SAP system.
  Ensure that the revision type you are trying to use is marked as WPS-controlled. This can typically be found in the customizing settings under the relevant module (e.g., PLM or ECM).
  
  
  
  Adjust WPS Settings:
  
  If the revision type is not set to be WPS-controlled, you may need to adjust the settings to enable WPS control for that revision type.
  This may involve working with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that the necessary settings are in place.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation related to WPS and revision types to understand the requirements and configurations needed for your specific scenario.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user attempting to perform the action has the necessary authorizations to work with WPS-controlled revision types.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO to access the configuration settings or SE11 to check the data dictionary for the relevant tables.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.