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The import solution must have a higher version than the existing solution it is upgrading error occurs when importing a Microsoft Dynamics 365 solution

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This article provides a solution to an error that occurs when you try to import a solution in Microsoft Dynamics 365.

Applies to:   Microsoft Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement Online
Original KB number:   4499878

Symptoms

When attempting to import a solution in Dynamics 365, you see an error with the following message:

"The import solution must have a higher version than the existing solution it is upgrading"

You may also see a reference to error code 80048541.

Cause

This error can occur if you're trying to import a solution upgrade but the version of the solution isn't higher than the currently installed solution.

Resolution

When upgrading a solution, make sure the version of the solution you're importing is higher than the version that is already installed.