How To Fix COM_PRODUCT_WB_UI055 - Subscreen &1 &2 is already used for relationship type &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PRODUCT_WB_UI - Product Maintenance

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Subscreen &1 &2 is already used for relationship type &3

What causes this issue?

A subscreen can be assigned to only one object type.

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?

Use another subscreen.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PRODUCT_WB_UI055 - Subscreen &1 &2 is already used for relationship type &3 ?

  The SAP error message COM_PRODUCT_WB_UI055 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a subscreen in the context of a product relationship type. Specifically, it means that the subscreen you are trying to use is already assigned to another relationship type, which is causing a conflict.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Assignment: The subscreen you are trying to assign to a specific relationship type is already in use by another relationship type.
  Configuration Error: There may be a misconfiguration in the product relationship settings, leading to an attempt to reuse a subscreen that is not allowed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Assignments: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for product relationships in SAP.
  Identify the relationship types that are currently using the subscreen in question.
  If necessary, modify the configuration to remove the subscreen from one of the relationship types or change the subscreen assignment.
  
  
  
  Modify Relationship Type:
  
  If the subscreen is essential for both relationship types, consider creating a new subscreen that can be used for the second relationship type instead of reusing the existing one.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to product relationship management to understand the constraints and best practices for subscreen assignments.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide guidance on how to resolve it.
  
  
  
  Testing: 
  
  After making changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the desired functionality is achieved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like COM_PRODUCT or COM_PRODUCT_WB to access the relevant configuration areas.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  Community Forums: Engaging with SAP community forums can also provide insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message COM_PRODUCT_WB_UI055 and successfully configure your product relationship types.