How To Fix /ISDFPS/FORCER013 - Relationship between &1 and &2 was not created or changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/FORCER -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Relationship between &1 and &2 was not created or changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/FORCER013 - Relationship between &1 and &2 was not created or changed ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/FORCER013 indicates that there was an issue with creating or changing a relationship between two entities (represented as &1 and &2) in the SAP system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Data Management or Master Data Governance processes, particularly when dealing with relationships between business partners, materials, or other master data objects.
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: The data for either of the entities involved may not meet the required integrity constraints. For example, one of the entities may not exist, or there may be issues with the data format.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to create or change the relationship may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that prevent the relationship from being created or changed. This could include settings related to the relationship type or the entities involved.
  
  
  Business Rules: There may be specific business rules or validations in place that are preventing the relationship from being established.
  
  
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database locks or system errors, that are preventing the operation from completing successfully.
  
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Data Integrity: Verify that both entities (&1 and &2) exist and that their data is correct. Ensure that all required fields are populated and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to create or change the relationship. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  Examine Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings related to the relationship type and the entities involved. Ensure that they are set up correctly and that there are no restrictions preventing the relationship from being created.
  
  
  Consult Business Rules: Review any business rules or validations that may be in place. If there are specific conditions that must be met for the relationship to be established, ensure that those conditions are satisfied.
  
  
  Check for Technical Issues: Look for any technical issues, such as database locks or system errors. You may need to consult with your SAP Basis team to investigate any underlying system problems.
  
  
  Review Logs: Check the application logs or transaction logs for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context about why the relationship could not be created or changed.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may want to use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner), MM01 (Create Material), or MM02 (Change Material) to investigate the entities involved.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the specific module you are working with (e.g., Master Data Governance, Material Management) for more insights on managing relationships.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.