How To Fix MB042 - Info set would be recursive - entry will be reset

MB042 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MB - Logistics Information Library

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Info set would be recursive - entry will be reset

What causes this issue?

Copying the info sets '&V1&' would result in recursivity of the multi-
step info set, as either:
an info set is to be incorporated that has precedence over the
multi-step info set
or
the multi-step info set itself is to be incorporated as a member.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Copying from '&V1&' is not possible.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MB042 - Info set would be recursive - entry will be reset ?

  The SAP error message MB042 ("Info set would be recursive - entry will be reset") typically occurs in the context of inventory management and material movements. This error indicates that there is a problem with the configuration of the info set used for the material document, which is causing a recursive loop in the data retrieval process.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following issues:
  
  Recursive Info Set Configuration: The info set defined for the material document is set up in such a way that it references itself or creates a circular reference, leading to recursion.
  Incorrect Data Relationships: There may be incorrect or inconsistent relationships between the data elements in the info set, causing the system to attempt to retrieve data in a loop.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements related to the info set, they may inadvertently create recursive calls.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MB042 error, you can