How To Fix SRM_GENERIC_SP116 - Creating variants on two-step content model &4 is not permitted


SRM_GENERIC_SP116 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: SRM_GENERIC_SP - SRM: Generic Service Provider

  • Message number: 116

  • Message text: Creating variants on two-step content model &4 is not permitted

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  • What causes this issue?

    You have tried to create a variant for a two-level content model (&v4&
    ).

    System Response

    Creation of the variants was terminated.

    How to fix this error?

    The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

    Procedure for System Administrators

    Either an error has occurred in the application program, or the content
    model was created incorrectly.
    If the former, notify the programmer responsible. If the latter has
    occurred, you need to adjust the content model. To do this, set the
    attribute SRM_CONT_TYPE of the LOIO class &v4& to "3" (for a
    three-level content model).

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRM_GENERIC_SP116 - Creating variants on two-step content model &4 is not permitted ?
    The SAP error message "SRM_GENERIC_SP116 Creating variants on two-step content model &4 is not permitted" typically occurs in the context of SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) when there is an attempt to create a variant for a two-step content model that does not support this functionality.
    
    Cause: Two-Step Content Model: The error indicates that the content model you are trying to create a variant for is a two-step model. In SAP SRM, two-step content models are designed for specific processes and do not allow the creation of variants. Configuration Issue: There may be a configuration issue where the system is incorrectly set up to allow variant creation for a model that should not support it. Business Process Restrictions: The business process associated with the content model may have restrictions that prevent the creation of variants.
    Solution: Review Content Model: Check the content model configuration to confirm that it is indeed a two-step model. If you need

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