How To Fix OO202 - Instances relationship &1 &2 &3: Invalid relationship type (IRLTYPE)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OO - Class Builder/API

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Instances relationship &1 &2 &3: Invalid relationship type (IRLTYPE)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OO202 - Instances relationship &1 &2 &3: Invalid relationship type (IRLTYPE) ?

  The SAP error message OO202 indicates that there is an issue with the relationship type defined between instances in the Object Oriented (OO) framework of SAP. This error typically arises when the system encounters an invalid or unrecognized relationship type while trying to process object instances.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Relationship Type: The relationship type specified in the instance relationship is not defined in the system or is incorrectly specified.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the object types or relationships in the SAP system.
  Data Integrity Issues: The data being processed may have inconsistencies or corruption, leading to invalid references.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements, they may not be correctly implemented, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Relationship Type: Verify that the relationship type being used is valid and correctly defined in the system. You can do this by checking the configuration settings for object types and relationships in the SAP system.
  Review Configuration: Go to the configuration settings for the relevant object types and ensure that all relationships are correctly defined. This can typically be done in transaction codes like SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) or through the relevant customizing transactions.
  Data Validation: Check the data being processed for any inconsistencies or errors. Ensure that all instances and their relationships are correctly defined and that there are no missing or incorrect entries.
  Debugging: If the error occurs during a specific transaction or process, consider using the debugger to trace the execution and identify where the invalid relationship type is being referenced.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific object types and relationships you are working with. There may be specific guidelines or known issues documented by SAP.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context to help them diagnose the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO, SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE80 (Object Navigator) for checking object definitions and relationships.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message OO202 in the SAP Support Portal. There may be specific notes addressing this error with additional troubleshooting steps or patches.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other online resources where similar issues may have been discussed. Other users may have encountered the same error and shared their solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the OO202 error in your SAP system.