How To Fix KG556 - Delete: select a valid node

KG556 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KG - CO-PA Planning

• Message number: 556

• Message text: Delete: select a valid node

What causes this issue?

You have selected an invalid position for deleting. This may be:
the root node or
a free space between two nodes

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Select a valid node.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KG556 - Delete: select a valid node ?

  The SAP error message "KG556 Delete: select a valid node" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Controlling (CO) module, particularly when working with the cost center or internal order hierarchy in the SAP system. This error indicates that the user is trying to delete a node (such as a cost center or internal order) that is either not valid or not selected correctly in the hierarchy.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Node Selection: The node you are trying to delete may not be selected properly. This can happen if the node is not highlighted or if the selection is incorrect.
  Hierarchy Structure: The node may be part of a hierarchy that does not allow deletion, such as being a parent node with child nodes still attached.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the selected node.
  Data Integrity Constraints: The node may be linked to other objects or transactions that prevent