How To Fix /PRA/RESPONSIBILITY090 - Resp Id & and Parent Resp Id & cannot be the same .

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PRA/RESPONSIBILITY -

• Message number: 090

• Message text: Resp Id & and Parent Resp Id & cannot be the same .

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PRA/RESPONSIBILITY090 - Resp Id & and Parent Resp Id & cannot be the same . ?

  The SAP error message /PRA/RESPONSIBILITY090 indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of responsibility IDs in the system. Specifically, the error states that the "Resp Id & and Parent Resp Id & cannot be the same," meaning that the responsibility ID you are trying to assign as a parent cannot be the same as the responsibility ID you are trying to create or modify.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate IDs: You are attempting to set a responsibility ID as its own parent, which is not allowed. This creates a circular reference that the system cannot process.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in data entry where the same ID was inadvertently entered for both the responsibility and its parent.
  Configuration Issue: There may be a configuration issue in the system that is allowing this invalid assignment to be attempted.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Responsibility IDs: Review the responsibility IDs you are working with. Ensure that the parent responsibility ID is different from the child responsibility ID.
  Correct Data Entry: If you find that the same ID has been entered for both fields, correct the entry to ensure they are different.
  Review Hierarchy: If you are working with a hierarchy of responsibilities, ensure that the structure is valid and does not create circular references.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or guidelines for setting up responsibilities to ensure compliance with system requirements.
  Testing: After making corrections, test the changes in a development or test environment before applying them to production.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that deal with responsibility management, such as /PRA/RESPONSIBILITY or similar.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles and permissions to make changes to responsibility assignments.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully manage responsibility assignments in your SAP system.