How To Fix CRM_ES220 - Select child of &1 or deselect &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_ES - ES: Message Class for Enterprise Service

• Message number: 220

• Message text: Select child of &1 or deselect &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_ES220 - Select child of &1 or deselect &1 ?

  The SAP error message CRM_ES220 "Select child of &1 or deselect &1" typically occurs in the context of SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) when there is an issue with the selection of items in a hierarchy or a structure, such as a product hierarchy, organizational structure, or similar.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when:
  
  Hierarchy Structure: You are trying to select a parent node (represented by &1) without selecting any of its child nodes. In a hierarchical structure, a parent node must have at least one child node selected to be valid.
  Data Integrity: There may be a data integrity issue where the expected child nodes are not available or not properly linked to the parent node.
  User Action: The user may have inadvertently selected a parent node without selecting any of its children.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CRM_ES220 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Select Child Nodes: Ensure that you select at least one child node of the parent node you are trying to work with. This can usually be done in the selection screen or the relevant transaction where the error occurs.
  
  
  Deselect Parent Node: If you do not need to select any child nodes, you can deselect the parent node (&1) instead. This will remove the requirement for child selection.
  
  
  Check Hierarchy: Review the hierarchy structure to ensure that the child nodes are correctly defined and linked to the parent node. If there are missing child nodes, you may need to correct the data in the relevant master data or configuration settings.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for the specific transaction or module you are working with to understand the expected behavior and requirements for node selection.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to CRM, such as creating or managing sales orders, service orders, or product hierarchies.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context or fixes.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly navigate and select items in hierarchical structures within the SAP CRM system to avoid similar errors in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CRM_ES220 error and continue with your tasks in SAP CRM.