How To Fix R1781 - BP &1 already has max. no. of relships possible for this relship category

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R1 - Business Partner Messages from S_BUPA_GENERAL

• Message number: 781

• Message text: BP &1 already has max. no. of relships possible for this relship category

What causes this issue?

Included in the definition of a BP relationship category is the maximum
number of BP relationships of the same category and same
differentiation in which a partner may appear as business partner 1 or
2 at the same time.
You tried to add another BP relationship to this partner. There is an
event in the validity period of the relationship to be created in which
there are already so many BP relationships for this partner that the
maximum number is used up.

System Response

Error message
You cannot create a BP relationship with this validity period.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R1781 - BP &1 already has max. no. of relships possible for this relship category ?

  The SAP error message R1781 indicates that a Business Partner (BP) has reached the maximum number of relationships allowed for a specific relationship category. This typically occurs when you are trying to create a new relationship for a Business Partner that already has the maximum number of relationships defined in the system for that category.
  Cause:
  
  Maximum Relationships Reached: Each relationship category in SAP has a predefined limit on the number of relationships that can be established. If a Business Partner already has the maximum number of relationships for that category, you will encounter this error when trying to add another one.
  Configuration Settings: The maximum number of relationships is defined in the configuration settings of the SAP system. This can vary based on business requirements and system settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Existing Relationships: Check the existing relationships for the Business Partner in question. You can do this by navigating to the Business Partner transaction and reviewing the relationships tab.
  Delete or Modify Existing Relationships: If there are relationships that are no longer needed, consider deleting or modifying them to free up space for new relationships.
  Increase Maximum Limit: If the current limit is insufficient for your business needs, you may need to adjust the configuration settings to increase the maximum number of relationships allowed for that category. This typically requires access to the SAP configuration settings (SPRO) and may involve working with your SAP Basis or configuration team.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on how to manage Business Partner relationships and configuration settings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to manage Business Partners and their relationships.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this issue or provide additional guidance.
  Business Partner Roles: Understand the roles associated with the Business Partner, as different roles may have different relationship limits.
  Testing Changes: After making any changes to relationships or configuration, ensure to test the changes in a development or quality environment before applying them to production.
  
  If you continue to experience issues or if the problem is complex, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.