How To Fix OO223 - Friends relationship &1 &2: Invalid relationship type (FRIENDTYPE)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OO - Class Builder/API

• Message number: 223

• Message text: Friends relationship &1 &2: Invalid relationship type (FRIENDTYPE)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OO223 - Friends relationship &1 &2: Invalid relationship type (FRIENDTYPE) ?

  The SAP error message OO223 indicates that there is an issue with a relationship type defined in the system, specifically related to a "Friends" relationship. This error typically arises when the system encounters an invalid or unrecognized relationship type when trying to establish or process a relationship between objects (such as business partners, customers, or vendors).
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Relationship Type: The relationship type specified (in this case, "FRIENDTYPE") is not defined in the system or is incorrectly configured.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the relationship type field when creating or modifying the relationship.
  Configuration Issues: The relationship type may not be properly set up in the customizing settings of the SAP system.
  Missing Authorization: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or create the specified relationship type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Relationship Type: Verify that the relationship type "FRIENDTYPE" is correctly defined in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant customizing settings in SAP:
  
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Reference IMG.
  Navigate to the section for defining relationship types (usually found under "Master Data" or "Business Partner").
  Ensure that "FRIENDTYPE" is listed and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry: If the relationship type was entered manually, double-check for any typos or incorrect values. Ensure that the correct relationship type is being used.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify relationships. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct relationship types to use, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance.
  
  
  Testing: After making any changes, test the creation or modification of the relationship again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP (Business Partner) for managing business partner relationships.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message number or keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  Community Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or discussion boards where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.