/CFG/CTXE_MSG053 - Config. entity &1 is refering to itself as a super type. Not possible.

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CFG/CTXE_MSG -

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Config. entity &1 is refering to itself as a super type. Not possible.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CFG/CTXE_MSG053 - Config. entity &1 is refering to itself as a super type. Not possible. ?

  The SAP error message /CFG/CTXE_MSG053 indicates that there is a configuration issue where a configuration entity (like a class or a type) is incorrectly set to refer to itself as a supertype. This creates a circular reference, which is not allowed in the configuration of types in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises from one of the following scenarios:
  
  Self-reference: The configuration entity is mistakenly set to inherit from itself, which creates a loop.
  Incorrect configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the hierarchy of types, where a subtype is incorrectly defined to point back to its own type as a supertype.
  Data entry error: During the creation or modification of the configuration entity, an error was made in specifying the supertype.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration transaction (e.g., SPRO or the relevant configuration transaction for your module).
  Navigate to the area where the configuration entity is defined.
  Review the hierarchy of types and ensure that no type is set to inherit from itself.
  
  
  
  Modify the Supertype:
  
  If you find that the entity is incorrectly set to refer to itself, change the supertype to a valid type that does not create a circular reference.
  
  
  
  Validate Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, validate the configuration to ensure that the error is resolved.
  Test the functionality that was causing the error to confirm that it works as expected.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document the changes made for future reference and to help prevent similar issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, there may be specific notes that provide additional context or solutions.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider using debugging tools to trace the configuration process and identify where the self-reference is being introduced.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your configuration entities are set up correctly without circular references.