How To Fix LCM_CATEGORY022 - You cannot set Type "Leaf" in line &1 if it set as Parent in other lines

LCM_CATEGORY022 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LCM_CATEGORY - Messages for LCM Categories

• Message number: 022

• Message text: You cannot set Type "Leaf" in line &1 if it set as Parent in other lines

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LCM_CATEGORY022 - You cannot set Type "Leaf" in line &1 if it set as Parent in other lines ?

  The SAP error message LCM_CATEGORY022 indicates that there is an issue with the hierarchical structure of a classification in the SAP system. Specifically, it occurs when you attempt to set a classification type as "Leaf" (which means it cannot have any child nodes) while it is already designated as a "Parent" in another part of the hierarchy.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises due to the following reasons:
  
  Hierarchy Conflict: The classification type you are trying to set as "Leaf" is already being used as a parent in another classification line. In SAP, a "Leaf" node cannot have any children, so if it is already defined as a parent elsewhere, it cannot be changed to a leaf.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to ensure that the classification hierarchy remains valid. This error is a safeguard against creating an inconsistent hierarchy.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Hierarchy: Review the classification