How To Fix /FTI/BO_STRUCT017 - First inner ID must be Parent ID for Combined Type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /FTI/BO_STRUCT -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: First inner ID must be Parent ID for Combined Type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /FTI/BO_STRUCT017 - First inner ID must be Parent ID for Combined Type ?

  The SAP error message /FTI/BO_STRUCT017 with the description "First inner ID must be Parent ID for Combined Type" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Flexible Transport Infrastructure (FTI) or when dealing with business object structures in SAP. This error indicates that there is a structural issue with the way the IDs are defined in a combined type structure.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by a mismatch in the hierarchical structure of the business object. Specifically, when defining a combined type, the first inner ID (child) must correspond to the parent ID. If the IDs are not aligned correctly, SAP will throw this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Structure Definition:
  
  Review the definition of the combined type in the relevant configuration or development environment.
  Ensure that the first inner ID is indeed the parent ID as required by the structure.
  
  
  
  Correct the ID Mapping:
  
  If the IDs are incorrectly mapped, adjust