How To Fix CMMD058 - Limited changes can be made to active article hierarchies

CMMD058 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMMD -

• Message number: 058

• Message text: Limited changes can be made to active article hierarchies

What causes this issue?

Every change to an active article hierarchy has a direct effect on
applications (for example, merchandise and assortment planning,
reporting) that use data from an active heirarchy.
Only limited changes can be made to active article hierarchies. Only
changes to the article assignment are possible.
You can display node assignments.

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.

CMMD058 - Details

• The SAP error message CMMD058, which states "Limited changes can be made to active article hierarchies," typically occurs in the context of managing article hierarchies in SAP's Material Management (MM) or similar modules. This error indicates that the system restricts certain modifications to active hierarchies to maintain data integrity and consistency.
  
  Cause:
  
  Active Hierarchy Restrictions: The error arises because the article hierarchy is currently active, and SAP restricts certain changes to prevent inconsistencies. This is a safeguard to ensure that ongoing processes are not disrupted by changes to the hierarchy.
  Hierarchy Status: The hierarchy may be in a status that does not allow for extensive modifications. For example, if the hierarchy is being used in transactions or reports, changes may be limited.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to make changes to the active hierarchy.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Hierarchy Status: Verify the status of the article hierarchy. If it is active and in