How To Fix N2M114 - A 1:n relationship exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: N2M - Global Trade: Item Category Management

• Message number: 114

• Message text: A 1:n relationship exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message N2M114 - A 1:n relationship exists ?

  The SAP error message N2M114 "A 1:n relationship exists" typically occurs in the context of data entry or processing within SAP, particularly when dealing with master data or transactional data that involves relationships between different entities. This error indicates that there is an attempt to create or modify a relationship that violates the established one-to-many (1:n) relationship rules in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Error: The user may be trying to assign a single entity (like a customer or vendor) to multiple records in a way that is not allowed by the system's data model.
  
  Configuration Issues: The system may be configured in a way that does not allow the intended relationship due to business rules or constraints.
  Duplicate Entries: There may be existing records that already establish a relationship, leading to conflicts when trying to create new ones.
  Incorrect Master Data: The master data might not be set up correctly, leading to inconsistencies in