How To Fix RTCMMD286 - Hierarchy node & could not be uniquely identified

RTCMMD286 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RTCMMD - Article Hierarchy

• Message number: 286

• Message text: Hierarchy node & could not be uniquely identified

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RTCMMD286 - Hierarchy node & could not be uniquely identified ?

  The SAP error message RTCMMD286, which states "Hierarchy node & could not be uniquely identified," typically occurs in the context of working with hierarchical data structures in SAP, such as when dealing with master data or organizational structures. This error indicates that the system is unable to uniquely identify a specific node in a hierarchy, which can happen for several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Duplicate Entries: There may be multiple entries in the hierarchy with the same identifier, leading to ambiguity.
  Incorrect Node ID: The node ID being referenced may be incorrect or not exist in the hierarchy.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incomplete information that prevents the system from identifying the node.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the specific hierarchy node.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the hierarchy itself, such as incorrect settings or missing