How To Fix BUHI_EXT_INTERFACE004 - Node ID &1 does not exist

BUHI_EXT_INTERFACE004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BUHI_EXT_INTERFACE - Data Exchange of BP Group Hierarchy

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Node ID &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BUHI_EXT_INTERFACE004 - Node ID &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message BUHI_EXT_INTERFACE004 with the description "Node ID &1 does not exist" typically occurs in the context of the Business Hierarchy Interface (BHI) or when dealing with hierarchical data structures in SAP. This error indicates that the system is trying to access a node (or element) in a hierarchy that does not exist in the database.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Node ID: The Node ID being referenced may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Node Deletion: The node may have been deleted or not created in the system.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the hierarchy tables.
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration for the hierarchy might not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the node.
  Transport Issues: If the hierarchy was transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Node ID: Check the Node ID being used in the