How To Fix CRM_BUPA_HIERARCHY018 - Node_guid & does not exist in the hierarchy

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_BUPA_HIERARCHY - CRM BP Group Hierarchy

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Node_guid & does not exist in the hierarchy

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_BUPA_HIERARCHY018 - Node_guid & does not exist in the hierarchy ?

  The SAP error message CRM_BUPA_HIERARCHY018 indicates that a specific node (identified by the node_guid) does not exist in the business partner hierarchy. This error typically arises in the context of managing business partner relationships within the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Node Does Not Exist: The most straightforward cause is that the node GUID you are trying to reference does not exist in the hierarchy. This could be due to:
  
  The node was deleted or never created.
  A typo or incorrect GUID was used in the transaction.
  The hierarchy was not properly maintained or updated.
  
  
  
  Hierarchy Not Activated: The hierarchy might not be activated or properly configured in the system.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing access to the node or hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Node GUID: Check the GUID you are using to ensure it is correct. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the business partner hierarchy in the SAP GUI and confirming the existence