How To Fix UGMD311 - &1 is already used in hierarchies; assignment not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UGMD - FIN Master Data: Messages

• Message number: 311

• Message text: &1 is already used in hierarchies; assignment not possible

What causes this issue?

Only those characteristic values can be assigned to another
characteristic as delta nodes that are not used anywhere else in
hierarchies. But &v1& is used since period &v3& in hierarchies of
version &v4& below node &v2&.

System Response

&v1& cannot be used at present as a delta node.

How to fix this error?

Assign another delta node.
Or delete all usages of this characterisitc value in hierarchies.
Subsequently this value can be used as a delta node.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UGMD311 - &1 is already used in hierarchies; assignment not possible ?

  The SAP error message UGMD311 indicates that a specific characteristic or node (denoted by &1) is already being used in one or more hierarchies, which prevents it from being assigned to another hierarchy or structure. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when dealing with master data or hierarchies.
  Cause:
  
  Existing Hierarchy Usage: The characteristic or node you are trying to assign is already part of an existing hierarchy. SAP does not allow the same node to be assigned to multiple hierarchies simultaneously.
  Data Integrity: This restriction is in place to maintain data integrity and consistency within the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can consider the following approaches:
  
  
  Check Existing Hierarchies:
  
  Identify which hierarchies the characteristic or node is currently assigned to. You can do this by navigating to the hierarchy management area in SAP BW/BI.
  Use transaction codes like RSH1 (for Hierarchy Maintenance) to view the existing hierarchies.
  
  
  
  Remove from Existing Hierarchy:
  
  If the characteristic or node is not needed in the existing hierarchy, you can remove it from that hierarchy. This will free it up for assignment to the new hierarchy.
  Be cautious when removing nodes, as this may affect reports or analyses that rely on the existing hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Create a New Node:
  
  If the node needs to remain in the existing hierarchy, consider creating a new node or characteristic that can be assigned to the new hierarchy instead.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on managing hierarchies and characteristics in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to hierarchies and characteristics. Lack of permissions can sometimes lead to misleading error messages.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSH1 for hierarchy maintenance, RSH2 for hierarchy display, and RSH3 for hierarchy deletion.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UGMD311 error and successfully manage your hierarchies in SAP.