How To Fix RTCMMD143 - Parent node assignment & is expired: new entry not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RTCMMD - Article Hierarchy

• Message number: 143

• Message text: Parent node assignment & is expired: new entry not allowed

What causes this issue?

You cannot assign any materials or nodes below expired node assignments.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RTCMMD143 - Parent node assignment & is expired: new entry not allowed ?

  The SAP error message RTCMMD143 "Parent node assignment & is expired: new entry not allowed" typically occurs in the context of Master Data Management (MDM) or when dealing with hierarchical data structures in SAP. This error indicates that you are trying to create a new entry or assignment under a parent node that has expired or is no longer valid.
  Cause:
  
  Expired Parent Node: The parent node you are trying to assign a new entry to has an expiration date that has passed, making it inactive.
  Data Integrity Rules: SAP enforces data integrity rules that prevent new entries from being created under nodes that are not valid or active.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that dictate how long a node remains active or valid.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Parent Node Status: Verify the status of the parent node. If it is indeed expired, you will need to either:
  
  Reactivate the parent node if possible.
  Create a new parent node that is active and assign your new entry to this node.
  
  
  
  Update Expiration Dates: If you have the necessary permissions, you can update the expiration date of the parent node to extend its validity.
  
  
  Review Hierarchical Structure: Ensure that the hierarchical structure is correctly set up and that all parent nodes are valid before attempting to create new entries.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines on managing master data and hierarchical structures to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on your SAP version, you may use transaction codes like MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), or others related to master data management to check and modify the data.
  Data Maintenance: Regular maintenance of master data is crucial to avoid such issues. Ensure that data is regularly reviewed and updated as necessary.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to the master data and hierarchical structures.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the RTCMMD143 error and successfully manage your data entries in SAP.