How To Fix MSG_UH113 - You cannot delete node &1 due to node &2 has contra item.

MSG_UH113 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MSG_UH - Universal Hierarchy Message Class

• Message number: 113

• Message text: You cannot delete node &1 due to node &2 has contra item.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MSG_UH113 - You cannot delete node &1 due to node &2 has contra item. ?

  The SAP error message MSG_UH113 indicates that you are trying to delete a node (typically a hierarchy node) in a structure, but the deletion cannot be completed because there is a contra item associated with another node. This is a common issue when dealing with hierarchical data structures in SAP, such as cost centers, profit centers, or other organizational units.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  The node you are trying to delete (node &1) has a relationship with another node (node &2) that is defined as a contra item. This means that there are dependencies or links between these nodes that prevent the deletion of the first node.
  The contra item may represent a balancing entry or a related item that is necessary for maintaining the integrity of the data structure.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Nodes: Determine which nodes are involved in the error message. Node &1 is