How To Fix FMCA_TRM_MD116 - Only one relationship category can be maintained at one time

FMCA_TRM_MD116 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCA_TRM_MD - PSCD: Master Data for TRM

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Only one relationship category can be maintained at one time

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCA_TRM_MD116 - Only one relationship category can be maintained at one time ?

  The SAP error message FMCA_TRM_MD116 indicates that there is an issue with maintaining relationship categories in the context of the SAP system, particularly in the area of Financial Management (FM) or related modules. This error typically arises when a user attempts to maintain multiple relationship categories simultaneously, which is not allowed by the system.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the system is designed to allow only one relationship category to be maintained at a time. This restriction is in place to ensure data integrity and prevent conflicts that could arise from having multiple categories active at the same time.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Current Relationships: Before attempting to maintain a new relationship category, check if there are existing relationships that need to be modified or deleted. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or screen where relationships are maintained.
  
  
  Remove Existing Relationships: If there are existing relationship categories