How To Fix WRF_FOLUPART046 - &: Two-level cycle exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_FOLUPART - Follow-Up/Replacement Material

• Message number: 046

• Message text: &: Two-level cycle exists

What causes this issue?

You defined in Customizing that the system runs a check for two-level
cycles for the follow-up type of a follow-up/replacement material
relationship. The system detected a two-level cylcle when creating the
follow-up relationship.
A two-level cycle exists when the follow-up/replacement material of a
follow-up/replacement material relationship is the original material in
a second follow-up/replacement material relationship, and the
follow-up/replacement material in this second follow-up/replacement
material relationship is the original material of the first. In
addition, both relationships have to have the same follow-up type
number.
Example A
Follow-up/repl. mat. rel. 1,,Original material:,,,,1000
,,Follow-up/repl. mat.:,,,,2000
,,Follow-up type no.:,,,,01
Follow-up/repl. mat. rel. 2,,Original material:,,,,2000
,,Follow-up/repl. mat.:,,,,1000
,,Follow-up type no.:,,,,01
-> Two-level cycle
Example B
Follow-up/repl. mat. rel. 1,,Original material:,,,,1000
,,Follow-up/repl. mat.:,,,,2000
,,Follow-up type no.:,,,,01
Follow-up/repl. mat. rel. 2,,Original material:,,,,2000
,,Follow-up/repl. mat.:,,,,1000
,,Follow-up type no.:,,,,02
-> Not a two-level cycle
Example C
Follow-up/repl. mat. rel. 1,,Original material:,,,,1000
,,Follow-up/repl. mat.:,,,,2000
,,Follow-up type no.: ,,,,01
Follow-up/repl. mat. rel. 2,,Original material:,,,,2000
,,Follow-up/repl. mat.:,,,,3000
,,Follow-up type no.:,,,,01
-> Not a two-level cycle
You defined in Customizing that the system should display a warning
message or error message when a two-level cycle exists.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

If the system displays a warning message, you can leave the
follow-up/relationship material relationship unchanged. The system saves
the relationship.
If the system displays an error message, you have to change the original
material and/or the follow-up/replacement material. The system does not
save the relationship.
Alternatively, you can also create the follow-up/replacement material
relationship for a different follow-up type number.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_FOLUPART046 - &: Two-level cycle exists ?

  The SAP error message WRF_FOLUPART046, which indicates that "Two-level cycle exists," typically arises in the context of product hierarchy or material master data management within the SAP system, particularly in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module or in the SAP S/4HANA environment.
  Cause:
  This error usually occurs when there is a circular dependency in the product hierarchy or in the way that products are related to each other. Specifically, it can happen when:
  
  Hierarchical Structure Issues: There are two or more products that reference each other in a way that creates a loop. For example, Product A is a component of Product B, and Product B is also a component of Product A.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the product hierarchy or the way that materials are set up in the system may not adhere to the required structure, leading to cycles.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the master data that lead to this circular reference.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WRF_FOLUPART046 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Analyze Product Hierarchy: Review the product hierarchy to identify any circular references. You can use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) or CT04 (Display Characteristic) to check the relationships between products.
  
  
  Check Material Master Data: Inspect the material master data for the involved products. Look for any incorrect settings in the Bill of Materials (BOM) or in the product structure that could lead to cycles.
  
  
  Correct Relationships: If you find any circular dependencies, you will need to correct the relationships. This may involve changing the component assignments or restructuring the product hierarchy.
  
  
  Use SAP Tools: Utilize SAP tools and reports that can help identify and resolve data integrity issues. For example, you can use the CKM3N transaction to analyze material costs and check for inconsistencies.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to product hierarchy and BOM management for best practices and guidelines.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the product hierarchy functions as intended.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or patches related to this error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation on product hierarchy management and BOM configuration in SAP to prevent future occurrences of this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the WRF_FOLUPART046 error in your SAP system.