How To Fix /PM0/ABC_IBC090 - Subtemplate &1 has other parents; continue?

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABC_IBC -

• Message number: 090

• Message text: Subtemplate &1 has other parents; continue?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABC_IBC090 - Subtemplate &1 has other parents; continue? ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABC_IBC090 typically relates to issues with subtemplates in the context of SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or similar applications. This error indicates that the subtemplate you are trying to work with has other parent templates associated with it, which can lead to conflicts or inconsistencies in the data structure.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Parent Templates: The subtemplate you are trying to use is linked to multiple parent templates. This can happen if the subtemplate was created or modified in a way that it is now associated with more than one parent.
  Data Integrity Issues: The system is designed to maintain data integrity, and having a subtemplate with multiple parents can violate this principle.
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration issues in the template hierarchy that need to be addressed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Template Hierarchy: Check the hierarchy of templates in your SAP system. Identify the parent templates associated with the subtemplate in question.
  Modify Associations: If the subtemplate should only have one parent, you may need to modify its associations. This can involve:
  
  Removing the subtemplate from other parent templates.
  Reassigning the subtemplate to the correct parent template.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on managing templates and subtemplates.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  User Guides: Review user guides or training materials related to template management in SAP IBP or the specific module you are working with.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.