How To Fix /PLMI/ESD_SW_PROJECT026 - Association (&1) from software project &1 to &2 causes a recursion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/ESD_SW_PROJECT -

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Association (&1) from software project &1 to &2 causes a recursion

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/ESD_SW_PROJECT026 - Association (&1) from software project &1 to &2 causes a recursion ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/ESD_SW_PROJECT026 indicates that there is a recursion issue when trying to associate one software project with another in the SAP system. This typically occurs when the system detects that the association would create a circular reference, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  The recursion error arises when:
  
  You are trying to associate a software project with another project that is already associated with it, either directly or indirectly.
  There is a circular dependency in the project associations, meaning that Project A is associated with Project B, and Project B is also associated with Project A, or there are multiple projects involved that create a loop.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Project Associations: Check the associations of the software projects involved. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., using transaction codes like SE80 or PLM related transactions) and reviewing the project hierarchy.
  
  
  Identify Circular References: Look for any circular references in the project associations. You may need to trace the associations back to see if any project is indirectly linked back to itself.
  
  
  Modify Associations: If you find a circular reference, you will need to modify the associations to eliminate the recursion. This may involve:
  
  Removing or changing the association of one of the projects.
  Reorganizing the project structure to avoid circular dependencies.
  
  
  
  Test Changes: After making changes, attempt to create the association again to ensure that the recursion error no longer occurs.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the project associations or how to modify them, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator or a functional consultant who specializes in project management within SAP.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance on managing software project associations.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that you and your team are familiar with the best practices for managing software projects in SAP to avoid such issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the recursion error and successfully manage your software project associations in SAP.