How To Fix GHO_MANAGE_HIER020 - Child Node Eff.from Date should be between Parent node eff.dates

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GHO_MANAGE_HIER - Message Class for Manage Hierarchy

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Child Node Eff.from Date should be between Parent node eff.dates

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GHO_MANAGE_HIER020 - Child Node Eff.from Date should be between Parent node eff.dates ?

  The SAP error message GHO_MANAGE_HIER020 indicates that there is a problem with the effective date of a child node in a hierarchy. Specifically, the error states that the "Child Node Eff.from Date should be between Parent node eff.dates." This means that the effective date for the child node does not fall within the effective date range of its parent node.
  Cause:
  
  Date Mismatch: The effective "from" date of the child node is either earlier than the effective "from" date of the parent node or later than the effective "to" date of the parent node.
  Hierarchy Structure: The hierarchy structure may not be correctly defined, leading to inconsistencies in the effective dates.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake during data entry, where the effective dates for the child node were incorrectly set.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Effective Dates: Review the effective dates of both the parent and child nodes. Ensure that the child's effective "from" date is set to a date that falls within the parent's effective date range.
  Adjust Dates: If the child's effective date is incorrect, adjust it to ensure it falls within the parent's effective date range.
  Hierarchy Review: If there are multiple levels in the hierarchy, ensure that all nodes are correctly aligned with their respective parent nodes in terms of effective dates.
  Data Validation: Implement data validation checks to prevent future occurrences of this error. This can include setting up rules that enforce date consistency when creating or modifying nodes in the hierarchy.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use specific transaction codes in SAP to view or edit the hierarchy structure, such as HIERARCHY or HIERARCHY_MAINTENANCE.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to hierarchy management for more detailed guidance on effective date handling.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the dates, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that the effective dates are correctly aligned, you should be able to resolve the GHO_MANAGE_HIER020 error and maintain a consistent hierarchy structure in your SAP system.