How To Fix CMS_REL003 - Relationship already exists

CMS_REL003 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_REL - Messages for Relationships

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Relationship already exists

What causes this issue?

The relationship of the specified type is already defined for specified
source and destination collateral agreements.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS_REL003 - Relationship already exists ?

  The SAP error message CMS_REL003: Relationship already exists typically occurs in the context of the SAP Customer Management System (CMS) or when dealing with business partner relationships in SAP. This error indicates that you are trying to create a relationship between two business partners (or entities) that already exists in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Relationship: The most common cause is that the relationship you are trying to create already exists in the database. This could be due to a previous entry that was not deleted or a misunderstanding of the existing relationships.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry, such as trying to create a relationship with the same parameters (e.g., same partner roles) that already exist.
  System Configuration: Sometimes, the system configuration or settings may lead to unexpected behavior, causing the system to incorrectly identify existing relationships.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Relationships: Before attempting to create a new relationship, check the