How To Fix CRM_BUPA_HIERARCHY028 - Node ID not unique; use the F4 help for the node ID

CRM_BUPA_HIERARCHY028 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_BUPA_HIERARCHY - CRM BP Group Hierarchy

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Node ID not unique; use the F4 help for the node ID

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CRM_BUPA_HIERARCHY028 - Details

• The SAP error message CRM_BUPA_HIERARCHY028 indicates that there is an issue with the uniqueness of a Node ID in a business partner hierarchy. This error typically arises when you are trying to create or modify a business partner hierarchy, and the Node ID you are using is not unique within the context of the hierarchy.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Node ID: The Node ID you are trying to use already exists in the hierarchy. Each Node ID must be unique to avoid conflicts.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may have been a mistake in entering the Node ID, leading to the selection of an existing ID.
  Hierarchy Structure Issues: The structure of the hierarchy may not be properly defined, leading to confusion in Node ID assignments.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Use F4 Help: As suggested in the error message, use the F4 help functionality to view existing Node IDs. This will allow you to select a unique Node ID that does not