How To Fix N2M187 - The association data could not be determined clearly

N2M187 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 187

• Message text: The association data could not be determined clearly

What causes this issue?

You want to process an association between &V1& &V2& and association
partners/candidates &V3& &V4&.

System Response

Due to the data that is defaulted, the system could not clearly
determine the association data.
Processing was cancelled.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

N2M187 - Details

• The SAP error message N2M187, which states "The association data could not be determined clearly," typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when there is an issue with the association of data, particularly in the area of master data or transactional data. This error can arise in various modules, including Materials Management (MM), Sales and Distribution (SD), or others where data associations are critical.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incomplete Data: The error may occur if there are missing or incomplete entries in the master data that are required for the association to be established.
  Incorrect Configuration: Configuration settings in the relevant module may not be set up correctly, leading to ambiguity in data associations.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as duplicate entries or conflicting information that prevents the system from determining the correct association.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain data,