How To Fix COM_PR_MDCHECK019 - Hierarchy with GUID &1 does not have unique ID (&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PR_MDCHECK - Consistency Checks for Product Master Data

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Hierarchy with GUID &1 does not have unique ID (&2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PR_MDCHECK019 - Hierarchy with GUID &1 does not have unique ID (&2) ?

  The SAP error message COM_PR_MDCHECK019 indicates that there is an issue with a hierarchy in the system where the specified GUID does not have a unique ID. This typically occurs in the context of Master Data Management (MDM) or when dealing with hierarchies in SAP applications, such as SAP S/4HANA or SAP BW.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the presence of duplicate entries or non-unique identifiers in the hierarchy structure. This can happen due to:
  
  Data inconsistencies during data migration or data uploads.
  Manual errors while creating or modifying hierarchies.
  Issues with the configuration of the hierarchy itself.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Hierarchy: Use the GUID provided in the error message to locate the specific hierarchy in the system.
  
  
  Check for Duplicates: 
  
  Go to the relevant transaction or application where the hierarchy is maintained (e.g., transaction code RSH1 for hierarchy maintenance).
  Look for entries that may have the same ID or GUID. You may need to run queries or reports to identify duplicates.
  
  
  
  Correct the Data:
  
  If duplicates are found, you will need to either delete or modify the entries to ensure that each entry in the hierarchy has a unique identifier.
  Ensure that the hierarchy structure adheres to the required standards and that all nodes are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Revalidate the Hierarchy: After making corrections, revalidate the hierarchy to ensure that it is functioning correctly and that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  Transport Changes: If you are working in a development environment, ensure that any changes are transported to the production environment following your organization's change management procedures.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to hierarchy management for further guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSH1 (Hierarchy Maintenance), RSH2 (Hierarchy Display), and RSH3 (Hierarchy Deletion).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to hierarchy management and the specific error message.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the COM_PR_MDCHECK019 error in your SAP system.