How To Fix RTCMMD156 - The hierarchy data was not deleted

RTCMMD156 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RTCMMD - Article Hierarchy

• Message number: 156

• Message text: The hierarchy data was not deleted

What causes this issue?

An error occurred when updating the hierarchy data and caused a
termination. The cause could be an incompletely maintained hierarchy
data record (for example, missing entry for the top node in the material
hierarchy).

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RTCMMD156 - The hierarchy data was not deleted ?

  The SAP error message RTCMMD156, which states "The hierarchy data was not deleted," typically occurs in the context of managing master data hierarchies, such as those related to materials, customers, or vendors. This error can arise for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  
  Dependencies: The hierarchy data you are trying to delete may have dependencies or relationships with other data objects. For example, if there are still references to the hierarchy in other transactions or master data, the system will prevent deletion.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the hierarchy data. This can be due to role restrictions or missing permissions.
  
  
  Data Integrity Constraints: SAP enforces data integrity rules, and if the hierarchy is linked to other data that is still active or in use, the system will not allow deletion.
  
  
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations or settings in the