How To Fix SDDL_PARSER_MSG173 - Association "&1" of entity "&2" cannot be used

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDDL_PARSER_MSG - Message Class for DDL Parser

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Association "&1" of entity "&2" cannot be used

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDDL_PARSER_MSG173 - Association "&1" of entity "&2" cannot be used ?

  The SAP error message SDDL_PARSER_MSG173 indicates that there is an issue with the association of an entity in the context of the SAP Data Dictionary or the SAP Business Application Programming Interface (BAPI). This error typically arises when there is a problem with the configuration or definition of the association between two entities in the data model.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Association Definition: The association defined between the two entities may not be valid. This could be due to incorrect cardinality, missing foreign key relationships, or other inconsistencies in the data model.
  Entity Not Active: The entity or the associated entity may not be active or properly defined in the system.
  Data Model Changes: Recent changes to the data model may have introduced inconsistencies or errors that affect the association.
  Transport Issues: If the changes were transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport process that led to the association being invalid.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Association Definition: Review the definition of the association in the data model. Ensure that it is correctly defined with the appropriate cardinality and that the foreign keys are properly set up.
  Activate Entities: Ensure that both the entity and the associated entity are active. You can do this by checking the status in the Data Dictionary (SE11) or the relevant transaction.
  Review Recent Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model, review those changes to identify any potential issues that may have been introduced.
  Transport Validation: If the issue arose after a transport, validate that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included. You may need to re-transport or manually adjust the definitions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version you are using, as there may be known issues or patches available.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or SE37 (Function Modules) to investigate the entities and associations.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums or SAP Community Network (SCN) for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.