How To Fix 1X097 - The selected nodes could not be moved

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 097

• Message text: The selected nodes could not be moved

What causes this issue?

The selected nodes could not be moved because the target node type does
not allow it. It is so defined that it can only accept nodes of one
type.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1X097 - The selected nodes could not be moved ?

  The SAP error message "1X097 The selected nodes could not be moved" typically occurs in the context of SAP's graphical user interface, particularly when working with hierarchical data structures, such as in the SAP Business Workflow or SAP Business Objects.
  Cause:
  This error can arise due to several reasons, including:
  
  
  Invalid Selection: The nodes you are trying to move may not be valid for the operation. For example, you might be trying to move nodes that are not in the same hierarchy or that have dependencies preventing them from being moved.
  
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary permissions to perform the move operation on the selected nodes.
  
  
  System Locking: The nodes may be locked by another user or process, preventing any modifications.
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be constraints or rules in place that prevent the movement of certain nodes due to data integrity requirements.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There could be a bug or technical issue within the SAP system that is causing the error.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can try the following steps:
  
  
  Check Selection: Ensure that the nodes you are trying to move are valid and can be moved together. Verify that they belong to the same hierarchy.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Check if you have the necessary permissions to perform the move operation. If not, contact your system administrator to grant the required authorizations.
  
  
  Check for Locks: Investigate if the nodes are locked by another user or process. You can use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks and SM21 for system logs.
  
  
  Data Integrity: Review any data integrity rules or constraints that may be preventing the move. Ensure that moving the nodes does not violate any business rules.
  
  
  System Logs: Check the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance. They may be able to provide patches or workarounds if it is a known issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand the expected behavior and limitations regarding node movement.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.