How To Fix PIC01019 - Recursivity found for material &1 in supersession chain

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PIC01 - Parts Interchangeability Message Class

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Recursivity found for material &1 in supersession chain

What causes this issue?

Recursiveness exists for material &V1&.

System Response

Recursivenes was found during the consistency test for material &V1&.
This means that material &V1& occurs as a component and as a header
material in the same BOM.

How to fix this error?

Check the BOM for material &V1&.
Check the usage of material &V1& in other BOMs.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PIC01019 - Recursivity found for material &1 in supersession chain ?

  The SAP error message PIC01019, which states "Recursivity found for material &1 in supersession chain," typically occurs in the context of material master data management, particularly when dealing with the supersession (or substitution) of materials. This error indicates that there is a circular reference in the supersession chain for the specified material, meaning that a material is set to supersede itself either directly or indirectly through other materials.
  Cause:
  
  
  Circular Reference: The most common cause of this error is that the material in question is set to supersede another material that eventually leads back to itself. This can happen if:
  
  Material A supersedes Material B.
  Material B supersedes Material C.
  Material C supersedes Material A.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The supersession relationships may have been incorrectly configured in the material master data, leading to unintended loops.
  
  
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system or if there were bulk updates, it’s possible that the relationships were not properly validated, leading to recursive references.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Supersession Relationships: 
  
  Go to the material master data for the affected material (using transaction code MM03).
  Check the supersession data to identify the materials that are set to supersede or be superseded by the affected material.
  Look for any circular references in the chain.
  
  
  
  Correct the Supersession Chain:
  
  Remove or correct any incorrect supersession entries that create a loop.
  Ensure that each material only supersedes materials that do not lead back to itself.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  You can use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) to modify the supersession data.
  Use transaction code MM03 to view the current supersession relationships.
  
  
  
  Data Validation: 
  
  After making changes, validate the data to ensure that there are no remaining circular references.
  You may want to run reports or use tools to check for inconsistencies in the material master data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct relationships, consult SAP documentation or your organization's data governance policies regarding material management.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Master Data: Understanding how material master data is structured in SAP is crucial. Familiarize yourself with the different views and fields related to material supersession.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide guidance on handling supersession chains.
  Training and Support: If you are frequently encountering this issue, consider additional training on material management in SAP or consult with your SAP support team for best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PIC01019 error and ensure that your material supersession chains are correctly configured.