How To Fix PPEENG163 - Type &1 of relationship between &2 and &3 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPEENG - iPPE Engine Messages

• Message number: 163

• Message text: Type &1 of relationship between &2 and &3 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPEENG163 - Type &1 of relationship between &2 and &3 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message PPEENG163 indicates that there is an issue with a relationship type in the context of a project or engineering object. Specifically, it means that the system is unable to find a defined relationship type between two objects (identified as &2 and &3) of a certain type (&1). This error typically occurs in the context of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or Project System (PS) modules.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Relationship Type: The specified relationship type (&1) does not exist in the system for the objects involved.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the relationship types may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the master data or configuration settings.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements, they may not be correctly implemented or may have bugs.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Relationship Types: Verify that the relationship type you are trying to use is defined in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  Define Missing Relationship: If the relationship type does not exist, you may need to create it. This can typically be done in the customizing settings (SPRO) under the relevant module (e.g., PLM or PS).
  Review Object Configuration: Ensure that the objects (&2 and &3) are correctly configured and that they support the relationship type you are trying to establish.
  Data Consistency Check: Run data consistency checks to ensure that there are no integrity issues with the objects involved.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on the specific relationship types and their configurations.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it involves custom developments.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, SE11 for data dictionary, or SE80 for object management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  User Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.