How To Fix EC404 - Menu contains recursive definitions. Unable to copy it

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EC - Development environment: Menu Painter

• Message number: 404

• Message text: Menu contains recursive definitions. Unable to copy it

What causes this issue?

The menu contains a recursive definition.

System Response

You cannot copy the menu.

How to fix this error?

Choose 'Cancel'. To list all menus containing recursive definitions,
choose 'Check syntax'. You can correct the errors from the list.
You must correct these errors. The system cannot otherwise generate the
interface.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EC404 - Menu contains recursive definitions. Unable to copy it ?

  The SAP error message EC404, which states "Menu contains recursive definitions. Unable to copy it," typically occurs when there is a problem with the structure of a menu in the SAP system. This error indicates that the menu you are trying to copy has recursive definitions, meaning that it references itself directly or indirectly, which creates a loop that the system cannot resolve.
  Causes:
  
  Recursive Menu Definitions: The most common cause is that the menu structure has been defined in such a way that it refers back to itself. This can happen if a menu item points to another menu that eventually points back to the original menu.
  Incorrect Menu Configuration: There may be an error in how the menu items are configured, leading to unintended recursive links.
  Copying from a Corrupted Menu: If you are trying to copy a menu that has been corrupted or improperly defined, it may lead to this error.
  
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