How To Fix /PM0/AB_IBC_CNFG_I_C184 - Max. cardinality &1 is smaller than min. cardinality &2 of entity &3

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/AB_IBC_CNFG_I_C -

• Message number: 184

• Message text: Max. cardinality &1 is smaller than min. cardinality &2 of entity &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/AB_IBC_CNFG_I_C184 - Max. cardinality &1 is smaller than min. cardinality &2 of entity &3 ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/AB_IBC_CNFG_I_C184 indicates a configuration issue related to the cardinality settings of an entity in the SAP system. Specifically, it suggests that the maximum cardinality defined for a certain entity is smaller than the minimum cardinality, which is not a valid configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Cardinality Definition: In SAP, cardinality defines the number of instances of one entity that can be associated with another entity. The error occurs when the maximum cardinality (the upper limit of instances) is set to a value that is less than the minimum cardinality (the lower limit of instances).
  Configuration Error: This typically happens during the configuration of data models, where the relationships between entities are defined. If the configuration is not set correctly, it can lead to this inconsistency.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Cardinality Settings: Go to the configuration settings for the entity in question. Check the cardinality settings for the relationship between the entities involved. Ensure that the maximum cardinality is greater than or equal to the minimum cardinality.
  Adjust Configuration: If you find that the maximum cardinality is indeed set lower than the minimum, adjust the settings accordingly. For example, if the minimum cardinality is set to 1 and the maximum is set to 0, you need to change the maximum to at least 1 or higher.
  Test Changes: After making the adjustments, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  Documentation: Document the changes made for future reference and to help others who may encounter similar issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Cardinality Definitions: 
  
  Minimum Cardinality: The minimum number of instances of an entity that must be associated with another entity.
  Maximum Cardinality: The maximum number of instances of an entity that can be associated with another entity.
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation or the specific module documentation for more details on cardinality and entity relationships.
  
  
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with a technical expert who specializes in SAP configuration.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your entity configurations are set correctly.