How To Fix SDDL_PARSER_MSG522 - Cardinality is not in the permitted range

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDDL_PARSER_MSG - Message Class for DDL Parser

• Message number: 522

• Message text: Cardinality is not in the permitted range

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDDL_PARSER_MSG522 - Cardinality is not in the permitted range ?

  The SAP error message SDDL_PARSER_MSG522 with the description "Cardinality is not in the permitted range" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Service Data Objects (SDO) or when working with the Service Definition Language (SDL). This error indicates that there is an issue with the cardinality defined for a particular relationship or association in your data model.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following issues:
  
  
  Incorrect Cardinality Definition: The cardinality defined for an association or relationship in your data model does not conform to the expected range. For example, if a relationship is defined to allow a maximum of one instance but the data model is trying to accommodate multiple instances, this error will occur.
  
  
  Model Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the way entities are defined in the data model, leading to conflicts in cardinality.
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: If the data being processed does not adhere to the defined cardinality constraints, this error can be triggered.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SDDL_PARSER_MSG522 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Cardinality Definitions: Check the cardinality settings in your data model. Ensure that they are correctly defined according to the business requirements. Cardinality is typically defined in the format of (min, max), where:
  
  min is the minimum number of instances allowed.
  max is the maximum number of instances allowed.
  
  
  
  Validate Data Model: Use tools provided by SAP to validate your data model. Look for any inconsistencies or errors in the relationships between entities.
  
  
  Check Data Integrity: Ensure that the data being processed adheres to the defined cardinality constraints. If necessary, clean or transform the data to meet these constraints.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for guidelines on defining cardinality and relationships in your specific context (e.g., SDO, SDL).
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the data model and the associated processes to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Cardinality Types: Common cardinality types include:
  
  1:1 (one-to-one)
  1:N (one-to-many)
  N:M (many-to-many)
  
  
  
  SAP Community and Forums: If you continue to face issues, consider reaching out to the SAP Community or forums where other users may have encountered similar problems.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the SDDL_PARSER_MSG522 error in your SAP environment.