How To Fix GMMASTERDATA172 - Grant type &1 lifecycle status &2 has definition with circular logic

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GMMASTERDATA - Grant master data maintenance messages only

• Message number: 172

• Message text: Grant type &1 lifecycle status &2 has definition with circular logic

What causes this issue?

In the definition of grant type &V1& the predecessor of lifecycle status
&V2& should not be itself.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

You get a warning.

How to fix this error?

Remove the circular reference. For example, the previous states of an
AWARD should not include AWARD.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GMMASTERDATA172 - Grant type &1 lifecycle status &2 has definition with circular logic ?

  The SAP error message GMMASTERDATA172 indicates that there is a circular logic issue in the definition of a grant type's lifecycle status. This typically occurs in the context of Grant Management (GM) within SAP, where the lifecycle of grants is defined by various statuses and transitions between them.
  Cause:
  The circular logic error arises when the configuration of grant types and their statuses creates a loop. For example, if a grant type's status A can transition to status B, and status B can transition back to status A, this creates a circular reference that the system cannot resolve. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect configuration of status transitions in the grant management settings.
  Overlapping or conflicting definitions of statuses and their allowed transitions.
  Misconfiguration in the lifecycle management settings for the grant type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the GMMASTERDATA172 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Review Grant Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the specific grant type in SAP.
  Check the lifecycle status definitions and transitions for the grant type that is causing the error.
  
  
  
  Identify Circular Logic:
  
  Look for any statuses that can transition back to a previous status, creating a loop.
  Ensure that each status has a clear and non-circular path to the next status.
  
  
  
  Modify Status Transitions:
  
  Adjust the status transitions to eliminate any circular references. This may involve:
  
  Removing or changing the transition paths.
  Adding intermediate statuses if necessary to break the loop.
  
  
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making changes, test the grant type to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the lifecycle behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document the changes made to the configuration for future reference and to assist other users who may encounter similar issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to grant management and lifecycle status configurations.
  SAP Help Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Grant Management to understand the correct configuration practices.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO for configuration, and GMGRANT for managing grants.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP expert who specializes in Grant Management for further assistance.