How To Fix UGMD321 - &1 is not a valid hierarchy entry

UGMD321 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UGMD - FIN Master Data: Messages

• Message number: 321

• Message text: &1 is not a valid hierarchy entry

What causes this issue?

You have added &V1& to the hierarchy. However, this assignment is not
permitted by the definition of the characteristic.

System Response

The changes are not applied.

How to fix this error?

Change the hierarchy structure accordingly.

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 UGMD321 - &1 is not a valid hierarchy entry ?

  The SAP error message UGMD321 indicates that a specified hierarchy entry is not valid. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Management, particularly when dealing with hierarchical data structures such as cost centers, profit centers, or other organizational units.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Hierarchy Entry: The entry you are trying to use does not exist in the specified hierarchy. This could be due to a typo, or the entry may have been deleted or not created yet.
  Incorrect Hierarchy Level: The entry may not be valid at the level of the hierarchy you are trying to access or modify.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the hierarchy or the specific entry.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the hierarchy from being recognized correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify the Entry: Check the entry you are trying to use. Ensure that it exists in the hierarchy and