How To Fix SCV_API010 - Hierarchy too deep: &2 has more than one &1 predecessor or successor

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCV_API - Messages for SCOV API

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Hierarchy too deep: &2 has more than one &1 predecessor or successor

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCV_API010 - Hierarchy too deep: &2 has more than one &1 predecessor or successor ?

  The SAP error message SCV_API010 indicates that there is a problem with the hierarchy structure in your SAP system. Specifically, it means that the hierarchy you are trying to create or modify has become too deep, and there are more than one predecessor or successor for a given node. This can occur in various contexts, such as when dealing with master data, organizational structures, or other hierarchical data models.
  
  Cause:
  
  Hierarchy Structure: The error typically arises when the hierarchy structure violates the rules of a valid hierarchy. For example, a node in the hierarchy may have multiple parents (predecessors) or children (successors), which is not allowed in a strict hierarchical model.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data integrity, such as duplicate entries or incorrect relationships between nodes.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings for the hierarchy may not be set up correctly, leading to conflicts in how the hierarchy is defined.
  
  
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