How To Fix IR150 - Measuring point &2 cannot be forwarded to meas. point &1 (recursiveness)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IR - PM: IMRC - Measurement Readings and Counters

• Message number: 150

• Message text: Measuring point &2 cannot be forwarded to meas. point &1 (recursiveness)

What causes this issue?

You wanted to define a transfer of
<DS:GLOS.measurement_reading>measurement</> or
<DS:GLOS.counter_reading>counter readings</> from
<DS:GLOS.measuring_point>measuring point</> &V2& to measuring point
&V1&.

System Response

An automatic system check has recognized that this measurement reading
transfer would be recursive.
This is not allowed by the system.

How to fix this error?

Check your entries.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IR150 - Measuring point &2 cannot be forwarded to meas. point &1 (recursiveness) ?

  The SAP error message IR150 indicates that there is a problem with the measurement point configuration in the SAP system, specifically related to the recursiveness of measurement points. This error typically occurs when there is an attempt to forward a measurement point to itself or to another measurement point that eventually leads back to the original measurement point, creating a circular reference.
  Cause:
  
  Circular Reference: The most common cause of this error is that the measurement point you are trying to forward is already linked to another measurement point that eventually points back to it, creating a loop.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be incorrect or incomplete configuration in the measurement point hierarchy or in the relationships between measurement points.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be issues with the data integrity in the measurement point master data, such as incorrect entries or missing relationships.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Measurement Point Relationships:
  
  Review the relationships between the measurement points involved. Ensure that there are no circular references.
  Use transaction codes like IK01 (Create Measuring Point) or IK02 (Change Measuring Point) to check the configuration of the measurement points.
  
  
  
  Correct Configuration:
  
  If you find a circular reference, you will need to adjust the configuration to eliminate the loop. This may involve changing the forwarding settings or reassigning measurement points.
  Ensure that each measurement point is only forwarded to valid and appropriate measurement points.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Validate the measurement point data to ensure that all entries are correct and that there are no inconsistencies.
  You can use transaction IK03 (Display Measuring Point) to view the details of the measurement points.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on configuring measurement points and understanding the relationships between them.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the measurement points are functioning as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IK01, IK02, IK03, and IK04 for managing measurement points.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address known issues.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or support channels for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the IR150 error and implement a solution to resolve it.