How To Fix ECM_CUST013 - Recursion for phase &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ECM_CUST - Customizing for Engineering Change Management

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Recursion for phase &

What causes this issue?

You cannot assign the phase to another phase as its predecessor, as you
required. This is because this assignment could lead to the situation
whereby the phase is (directly or indirectly) its own predecessor.

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 ECM_CUST013 - Recursion for phase & ?

  The SAP error message ECM_CUST013, which indicates "Recursion for phase &," typically occurs during the execution of a transport request or during the activation of a business configuration or customizing activity. This error suggests that there is a recursive call happening in the configuration or transport process, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Recursive Configuration: The error often arises when a configuration or customizing activity is trying to call itself or is dependent on another configuration that eventually leads back to the original configuration.
  Transport Request Issues: If there are transport requests that are interdependent or incorrectly sequenced, it can lead to recursion.
  Custom Code: If there is custom code that inadvertently creates a loop in the configuration or activation process, it can trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings to ensure that there are no circular dependencies. Look for any settings that might be referencing themselves or creating a loop.
  Transport Sequence: Ensure that the transport requests are sequenced correctly. If there are dependencies between transport requests, make sure they are transported in the correct order.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution to identify where the recursion is occurring. This may involve checking the custom code or the specific phase that is causing the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues related to this error.
  Consult Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific module or configuration you are working with to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Community: You can search for discussions or similar issues on the SAP Community forums, where other users may have encountered and resolved the same error.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. They can provide more detailed insights based on your specific system configuration and version.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the recursion issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the ECM_CUST013 error and implement a solution to resolve it.