How To Fix PLMN_BO012 - Link &1: Objects of a link must be different

PLMN_BO012 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PLMN_BO - Message class for PLMN_BO

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Link &1: Objects of a link must be different

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PLMN_BO012 - Details

• The SAP error message PLMN_BO012 ("Link &1: Objects of a link must be different") typically occurs in the context of Business Object (BO) modeling or when working with links in SAP Business Workflow or SAP Business Process Management (BPM). This error indicates that there is an attempt to create a link between two objects that are the same, which is not allowed.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by trying to create a link (relationship) between two identical objects. In SAP, links are used to establish relationships between different business objects, and each link must connect distinct objects. If you attempt to link an object to itself, the system will raise this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Check the Link Definition: Review the link you are trying to create. Ensure that the two objects you are linking are indeed different. 
  
  
  Modify the Link: If you find that you are mistakenly trying to link