How To Fix GS014 - Set & contains set & (recursion)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GS - Sets

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Set & contains set & (recursion)

What causes this issue?

You have tried to enter a sub-set in a single set. However, this
sub-set contains the single set.

System Response

The system rejects the sub-set.

How to fix this error?

Enter a different sub-set.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GS014 - Set & contains set & (recursion) ?

  The SAP error message GS014, which states "Set & contains set & (recursion)," typically occurs in the context of SAP's set management functionality. This error indicates that there is a recursive definition in the set you are trying to create or manipulate. In other words, a set is defined in such a way that it references itself directly or indirectly, leading to an infinite loop.
  
  Cause:
  
  Recursive Set Definition: The most common cause of this error is that a set is defined in a way that it includes itself. For example, if Set A includes Set B, and Set B includes Set A, this creates a recursive loop.
  Incorrect Set Logic: The logic used to define the sets may be incorrect, leading to unintended references.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the underlying data that cause sets to reference each other incorrectly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Set Definitions: Check the definitions of the sets involved. Ensure