How To Fix BMEN089 - Reference creates endless structure

BMEN089 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BMEN - Message Class for Area Menu Maintenance

• Message number: 089

• Message text: Reference creates endless structure

What causes this issue?

This reference creates an endless structure. The menu referenced in the
menu entry references the menu currently being processed directly or
indirectly, so the menu can be expanded indefinitely.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

If you want to avoid endless strutures, delete the selected reference.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BMEN089 - Reference creates endless structure ?

  The SAP error message BMEN089 ("Reference creates endless structure") typically occurs in the context of creating or managing material master data, particularly when dealing with the Bill of Materials (BOM) or similar structures. This error indicates that there is a circular reference in the BOM or the structure you are trying to create, which leads to an endless loop.
  
  Cause:
  
  Circular Reference: The most common cause of this error is that the BOM or reference structure you are trying to create has a circular reference. For example, if Material A references Material B, and Material B also references Material A, it creates an endless loop.
  Incorrect Configuration: Sometimes, the configuration of the materials or BOMs may not be set up correctly, leading to unintended references.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors can also lead to incorrect references being created.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check BOM Structure: Review the BOM or the structure you are trying to create. Look