Can't select the command pod

[Orbital Debris]

I can't place a command pod, it's greyed out. It says I need to make an entry level purchase in R&D, so I went and checked it out.... I see all the basic stuff I should already have, but there's an option to re-research the command pod for 0 points, so I do so, go back to the VAB/SPH and still cannot select or place the command pod. What the heck am I doing wrong? I even did a fresh reinstall and still no joy, am I missing something, is my copy bugged all to hell? Really can't figure it out on my own, quick reply would be greatly appreciated

[neopunches]

Im having the same problem, do you have mods installed?

[Philoman]

I had the same problem but have just managed to fix it!!!

I had deleted all mods prior to the update so everything would run smoothly (or so was the plan). I had forgot, however, to delete the pods in my KSP/parts folder. I don't know if I was supposed to put them in that folder back when i got MechJeb, but it worked. Once they were gone the command pod was available in the VAB

[Jerjare]

I found that completely deleting the game and reinstalling it fixed the issue for me.