How To Fix BMEN110 - The required reference creates a recursion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 110

• Message text: The required reference creates a recursion

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BMEN110 - The required reference creates a recursion ?

  The SAP error message BMEN110, which states "The required reference creates a recursion," typically occurs in the context of material master data or bill of materials (BOM) management. This error indicates that there is a circular reference in the data, meaning that a material or component is referencing itself directly or indirectly, which leads to an infinite loop.
  Cause:
  
  Circular Reference: The most common cause of this error is that a material is set up to reference itself in its BOM or in its component structure. For example, if Material A references Material B, and Material B references Material A, this creates a recursion.
  Incorrect BOM Structure: If the BOM is incorrectly structured, it may lead to a situation where the system cannot resolve the components due to circular dependencies.
  Configuration Issues: Sometimes, configuration settings in the material master or BOM settings can lead to this issue.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review BOM Structure: Check the BOM for the material in question. Look for any circular references where a material is listed as a component of itself or where two materials reference each other.
  Correct References: If you find a circular reference, correct the BOM structure by removing or changing the references to eliminate the recursion.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes like CS03 (Display BOM) or CS02 (Change BOM) to review and modify the BOM as necessary.
  Check Material Master Data: Review the material master data for the involved materials to ensure that there are no incorrect settings that could lead to recursion.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on BOM and material master management to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  CS01 - Create BOM
  CS02 - Change BOM
  CS03 - Display BOM
  MM03 - Display Material
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the BOM or material to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can provide deeper insights into the specific configuration and data setup in your SAP environment.