How To Fix SDX214 - File &1, line &2: Hierarchy error

SDX214 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDX - Mass Data Transfer Workbench Using BAPIs

• Message number: 214

• Message text: File &1, line &2: Hierarchy error

What causes this issue?

File &v1&, item &v2&: Hierarchy fields
The new segment type &v3& is displyed in the hierarchy before the last
segment type &v4&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDX214 - File &1, line &2: Hierarchy error ?

  The SAP error message SDX214, which states "File &1, line &2: Hierarchy error," typically indicates an issue related to the hierarchical structure of data being processed in the SAP system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during data uploads, processing of master data, or when working with hierarchical data structures in SAP.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Hierarchical Structure: The data being processed may not conform to the expected hierarchical structure. This could be due to missing parent-child relationships or incorrect levels in the hierarchy.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as duplicate entries or missing nodes that are required for the hierarchy to be valid.
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the hierarchy in the relevant module (e.g., SD, MM) may not be set up correctly, leading to errors when the system tries to interpret the hierarchy.
  File Format Issues: If the error occurs during a file upload, the