How To Fix 1X085 - The selected nodes have been deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1X - General hierarchy maintenance tool message

• Message number: 085

• Message text: The selected nodes have been deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1X085 - The selected nodes have been deleted ?

  The SAP error message "1X085 The selected nodes have been deleted" typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Workflow or when working with certain SAP applications that involve hierarchical data structures, such as organizational units, roles, or other node-based configurations.
  Cause:
  This error message indicates that the nodes (such as organizational units, roles, or other entities) that you are trying to access or manipulate have been deleted from the system. This can happen due to:
  
  Data Deletion: The nodes were intentionally deleted by a user or through a data cleanup process.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database where the application is trying to reference nodes that no longer exist.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another, it might lead to missing nodes if the transport did not include all necessary objects.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Node Existence: Verify if the nodes you are trying to access still exist in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or using the appropriate reporting tools to check the status of the nodes.
  
  
  Recreate Deleted Nodes: If the nodes were deleted and are required for your process, you may need to recreate them. Ensure that you have the necessary data and configurations to do so.
  
  
  Review Change Logs: If you suspect that the nodes were deleted unintentionally, review the change logs or audit trails to identify who deleted the nodes and why.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks in the system to identify any other potential issues that may have arisen due to the deletion of these nodes.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the application or module you are working with.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide insights or patches if this is a known issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes to check or manage nodes (e.g., PFCG for roles, OOSB for organizational structures).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or fixes related to this error message.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or manipulate the nodes in question.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message "1X085 The selected nodes have been deleted."