How To Fix 88558 - Recycling partner & is already main recycling partner

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 88 - REA Processing

• Message number: 558

• Message text: Recycling partner & is already main recycling partner

What causes this issue?

The recycling partner &V1& is flagged both as a
<DS:DE.J_7LMENTDF>main recycling partner</> and an
<DS:DE.J_7LKZZENT>additional recycling partner</>.

System Response

This combination is not allowed and cannot be saved.

How to fix this error?

Clear the <LS>Additional Recycling Partner</> flag for the entry
&V1&.

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 88558 - Recycling partner & is already main recycling partner ?

  The SAP error message 88558, which states "Recycling partner & is already main recycling partner," typically occurs in the context of managing recycling partners in the SAP system, particularly in the area of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) or waste management processes.
  Cause:
  This error arises when you attempt to assign a recycling partner as the main recycling partner for a product or material that is already designated as the main recycling partner for another product or material. In SAP, each product can have only one main recycling partner at a time, and this restriction is enforced to maintain data integrity and avoid conflicts in recycling responsibilities.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Assignments:
  
  Review the current assignments of the recycling partner in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction codes (e.g., MM02 for material master) and checking the recycling partner assignments.
  
  
  
  Change Main Recycling Partner:
  
  If you need to assign the recycling partner to a different product, you may need to first remove it as the main recycling partner from the existing product. This can be done by:
  
  Going to the material master record of the product currently assigned to the recycling partner.
  Changing the main recycling partner to another valid partner or removing it altogether.
  
  
  
  
  
  Assign the Recycling Partner:
  
  After ensuring that the recycling partner is no longer the main partner for any other product, you can proceed to assign it as the main recycling partner for the desired product.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the process or need specific details about the recycling partner setup, refer to the SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines regarding recycling partner management.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists or if you encounter additional complexities, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM02 (Change Material), MM03 (Display Material), and MM01 (Create Material) for managing material master data.
  Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings related to recycling partners in the SAP system, which may be found in the customizing settings under Logistics or Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS).
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to recycling partner assignments in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and manage your recycling partner assignments effectively.