How To Fix PPEMPL043 - Relationship &1 has impermissible type: &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPEMPL -

• Message number: 043

• Message text: Relationship &1 has impermissible type: &3

What causes this issue?

The system has found at least one relationship in the database that has
a node type hat is not intended for conversion or does not lie in the
customer namespace.

System Response

To avoid inconsistencies in the database, the system does not perform
the conversion.

How to fix this error?

If the object is not used productively, attempt to delete it.
If you cannot delete the object, enhance the report so that the object
type is either recognized as a customer object or is intended for
conversion.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPEMPL043 - Relationship &1 has impermissible type: &3 ?

  The SAP error message PPEMPL043 indicates that there is an issue with a relationship in the context of the SAP Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or similar modules where relationships between objects (like materials, documents, or other entities) are defined. The error message specifically states that a relationship of a certain type is not permissible for the specified object.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Relationship Type: The relationship type defined for the object is not valid for the specific context or object type. For example, you might be trying to link two objects that are not compatible with the specified relationship type.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for relationships in the system may not be set up correctly, leading to the system rejecting the relationship.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the data that prevent the relationship from being established.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PPEMPL043 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Relationship Type: Verify that the relationship type you are trying to use is valid for the objects involved. You can do this by checking the documentation or configuration settings for the specific object types.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you have access to the configuration settings, review the settings for relationships in the relevant module (e.g., PLM, PDM). Ensure that the relationship types are correctly defined and that the objects can indeed be related in the way you are attempting.
  
  
  Data Validation: Check the data for the objects involved in the relationship. Ensure that there are no missing or incorrect values that could be causing the issue.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the relationship types and their permissible combinations.
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes to view or edit relationships (e.g., PVS1, PVS2 for Product Structure).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be valuable resources for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the PPEMPL043 error message.