How To Fix CMMD076 - Target node in the active hierarchy is an end node with articles

CMMD076 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMMD -

• Message number: 076

• Message text: Target node in the active hierarchy is an end node with articles

What causes this issue?

The target node in the active hierarchy is an end node that has article
assignments. If you copy, a node that is not an end node in an active
hierarchy would have article assignments. This is not permitted.

System Response

Copying is not permitted.

How to fix this error?

From the source hierarchy, copy the same branch with the source nodes
above it, or delete/reassign the article assignments from the target
node in the active hierarchy.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMMD076 - Target node in the active hierarchy is an end node with articles ?

  The SAP error message CMMD076 indicates that there is an issue with the target node in the active hierarchy, specifically that it is an end node that contains articles. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Master Data Management, particularly when dealing with product hierarchies or classifications.
  
  Cause:
  
  End Node Definition: The target node you are trying to work with is defined as an end node in the hierarchy. End nodes are typically leaf nodes that do not have any child nodes and are often used to represent actual products or articles.
  Hierarchy Structure: The hierarchy structure may not allow for certain operations (like moving or copying) to be performed on end nodes that contain articles.
  Data Integrity: There may be a violation of data integrity rules if you are trying to perform an operation that is not allowed on end nodes.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Hierarchy Structure: Review the hierarchy structure to ensure that you are