How To Fix /SMB/EXT_INTERFACES005 - Parent-Item relationships cannot be recursive

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/EXT_INTERFACES -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Parent-Item relationships cannot be recursive

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/EXT_INTERFACES005 - Parent-Item relationships cannot be recursive ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/EXT_INTERFACES005 Parent-Item relationships cannot be recursive typically occurs in the context of managing item relationships in SAP Business One or similar SAP environments. This error indicates that there is an attempt to create a recursive relationship between items, which is not allowed. In other words, an item cannot be its own parent, either directly or indirectly through a chain of parent-child relationships.
  
  Cause:
  
  Recursive Relationship: The primary cause of this error is that the system has detected a recursive relationship where an item is set as a parent of itself, either directly or through a series of parent-child relationships.
  Data Entry Error: This can happen due to incorrect data entry when defining item relationships.
  System Configuration: Sometimes, the configuration settings or the way items are structured in the system can lead to this issue.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Item Relationships: Check the item relationships in the system. Look for any items that are set