How To Fix LCM_DOCUMENT054 - Document is already parent of &1; it cannot be a child of document &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LCM_DOCUMENT - Message Class for LCM Document

• Message number: 054

• Message text: Document is already parent of &1; it cannot be a child of document &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LCM_DOCUMENT054 - Document is already parent of &1; it cannot be a child of document &2 ?

  The SAP error message LCM_DOCUMENT054 indicates that there is an issue with the document hierarchy in the SAP system. Specifically, it means that the document you are trying to set as a child of another document is already a parent of that document. This creates a circular reference or an invalid hierarchy, which SAP does not allow.
  
  Cause:
  
  Circular Reference: The document you are trying to assign as a child is already a parent of the document you are trying to assign it to.
  Incorrect Document Structure: The document hierarchy is not set up correctly, leading to conflicts when trying to establish parent-child relationships.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the document data or relationships due to previous operations or data imports.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Document Hierarchy: Check the current hierarchy of the documents involved. Ensure that the document you are trying to set as a child is not already a parent of the document