How To Fix CRM_ICM_REL050 - Cannot create a relationship with '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_ICM_REL - Message class for ICM relation

• Message number: 050

• Message text: Cannot create a relationship with '&1'

What causes this issue?

With the exception of the suspect relationship, relationships between
transactional entities and the following are permitted:
Employees
External persons
Organizational units
External organizations

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_ICM_REL050 - Cannot create a relationship with '&1' ?

  The SAP error message CRM_ICM_REL050 indicates that the system is unable to create a relationship with a specified object (represented by &1). This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) when trying to establish a relationship between business partners, products, or other entities.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Invalid Object Type: The object you are trying to create a relationship with may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create relationships for the specified object.
  Relationship Type Issues: The relationship type you are trying to create may not be defined correctly or may not be allowed for the specified objects.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing mandatory fields or incorrect data formats.
  System Configuration: The system configuration for relationships may not be set up correctly, leading to restrictions on creating certain types of relationships.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Object Existence: Check if the object you are trying to relate to actually exists in the system. You can do this by searching for the object using its ID or name.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create relationships. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Review Relationship Type: Make sure that the relationship type you are trying to create is valid for the objects involved. You may need to consult the configuration settings for relationship types in CRM.
  Data Validation: Review the data you are trying to input for any inconsistencies or missing mandatory fields. Ensure that all required information is provided and correctly formatted.
  Consult Configuration: If you have access to the configuration settings, check the settings related to relationships in the CRM system. Ensure that the necessary configurations are in place to allow the creation of the desired relationship.
  Check Logs: Review system logs or error logs for more detailed information about the error. This may provide additional context that can help in troubleshooting.
  
  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 to common problems.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP CRM documentation for detailed information on managing relationships and the specific requirements for creating them.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.