How To Fix MSG_UH271 - Line &1: Number of ref nodes of node &2 and node &3 are different.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MSG_UH - Universal Hierarchy Message Class

• Message number: 271

• Message text: Line &1: Number of ref nodes of node &2 and node &3 are different.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MSG_UH271 - Line &1: Number of ref nodes of node &2 and node &3 are different. ?

  The SAP error message MSG_UH271 indicates that there is a mismatch in the number of reference nodes between two nodes in a hierarchical structure. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's data structures, such as when dealing with hierarchical data in the SAP system, particularly in areas like master data management, product hierarchies, or organizational structures.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when the system expects a certain number of reference nodes (children or related nodes) for a given parent node, but finds a different number for the specified nodes. This can happen due to:
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data where one node has been updated or changed without corresponding updates to related nodes.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the hierarchical structure can lead to mismatches.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or during an upgrade, the hierarchical relationships may not have been preserved correctly.
  Manual Errors: