How To Fix CRM_BSP_PROD164 - Existing relationship in relationship type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_BSP_PROD - Messages for BSP Interface of CRM Product Master

• Message number: 164

• Message text: Existing relationship in relationship type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_BSP_PROD164 - Existing relationship in relationship type &1 ?

  The SAP error message CRM_BSP_PROD164, which states "Existing relationship in relationship type &1," typically occurs in the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) module when there is an attempt to create a relationship that already exists in the system for the specified relationship type.
  Cause:
  This error is triggered when:
  
  You are trying to create a new relationship between business partners (or other objects) that already has an existing relationship of the same type.
  The system checks for existing relationships and finds that the relationship type you are trying to create is already established between the specified objects.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Relationships:
  
  Navigate to the relevant business partner or object in the CRM system.
  Check the existing relationships to see if the relationship type you are trying to create already exists.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Existing Relationship:
  
  If the existing relationship is not needed, you can delete it.
  If you need to change the existing relationship, you can modify it instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Relationship Type:
  
  If the relationship you are trying to create is not strictly necessary, consider using a different relationship type that does not conflict with existing ones.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation for the specific relationship types and their intended use to ensure you are using them correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify relationships in the system.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to manage relationships.
  Relationship Types: Familiarize yourself with the different relationship types defined in your system, as they can vary based on configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address this issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.