How To Fix BROWSER005 - Object has already been selected as a root node

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BROWSER - All messages for Product Structure Browser

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Object has already been selected as a root node

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BROWSER005 - Object has already been selected as a root node ?

  The SAP error message BROWSER005: "Object has already been selected as a root node" typically occurs in the context of SAP BusinessObjects or SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when you are trying to create or modify a hierarchy or structure in a way that conflicts with existing selections.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when:
  
  You are attempting to set an object (like a characteristic or a node) as a root node in a hierarchy, but it has already been designated as a root node elsewhere in the same hierarchy.
  There may be a conflict in the hierarchy structure where the same object is being referenced multiple times in a way that is not allowed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BROWSER005 error, you can try the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Hierarchies: Review the existing hierarchies to see if the object you are trying to set as a root node is already being used as a root node in another hierarchy. If so, you will need to either remove it from the other hierarchy or choose a different object to serve as the root node.
  
  
  Modify Hierarchy Structure: If you need to change the hierarchy structure, ensure that you are not duplicating root nodes. You may need to adjust the hierarchy to ensure that each object is only designated as a root node once.
  
  
  Clear Selections: If you are working in a user interface where selections can be made, try clearing any previous selections and re-selecting the objects you want to work with.
  
  
  Check for Locks: Sometimes, objects may be locked by other users or processes. Ensure that no other users are currently modifying the same hierarchy or object.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or help resources specific to the version of SAP you are using, as there may be version-specific nuances.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  Documentation: Review the SAP BW or BusinessObjects documentation for best practices on managing hierarchies and object selections.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the BROWSER005 error and implement a solution to resolve it.