How To Fix /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES011 - You cannot move a superordinate node any higher

/CPD/PFP_MESSAGES011 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 011

• Message text: You cannot move a superordinate node any higher

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES011 - You cannot move a superordinate node any higher ?

  The SAP error message /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES011 with the description "You cannot move a superordinate node any higher" typically occurs in the context of hierarchical structures, such as when working with organizational units, product hierarchies, or other tree-like data structures in SAP.
  
  Cause:
  This error arises when you attempt to move a node (such as a category or organizational unit) in a hierarchy to a position that is not allowed. Specifically, it indicates that you are trying to move a node that is a parent (superordinate) to another node higher in the hierarchy than its current position. In hierarchical structures, certain nodes have defined relationships, and moving a parent node higher can violate these relationships.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Hierarchical Structure: Review the current structure of the hierarchy to understand the relationships between nodes. Ensure that you are not trying to move a parent node above its current position.
  
  
  Move Child Nodes: