How To Fix /PM0/ABU_IBC_MSG162 - Template &1 (&2): Specify the maximum cardinality with subtemplate &3

/PM0/ABU_IBC_MSG162 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABU_IBC_MSG -

• Message number: 162

• Message text: Template &1 (&2): Specify the maximum cardinality with subtemplate &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABU_IBC_MSG162 - Template &1 (&2): Specify the maximum cardinality with subtemplate &3 ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABU_IBC_MSG162 typically relates to issues in the configuration of templates in the SAP system, particularly in the context of Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or similar applications. This error indicates that there is a problem with the cardinality settings of a subtemplate within a main template.
  
  Cause:
  The error message suggests that the maximum cardinality for a specific subtemplate has not been defined. Cardinality refers to the number of instances of a subtemplate that can be associated with a main template. If this is not specified, the system cannot determine how many instances of the subtemplate are allowed, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to specify the maximum cardinality for the subtemplate in question. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Template Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration area in your SAP system where templates are defined (this could be in the IBP configuration or another