How To Fix UGWB014 - Recursive hierarchy structure

UGWB014 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UGWB - Messages for Workbench

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Recursive hierarchy structure

What causes this issue?

A node was inserted once more below itself in the hierarchy.

System Response

The hierarchy cannot be used.

How to fix this error?

Correct the hierarchy.

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.

UGWB014 - Details

• The SAP error message UGWB014, which indicates a "Recursive hierarchy structure," typically occurs in the context of hierarchical data structures, such as organizational units, cost centers, or other master data that utilize hierarchies. This error suggests that there is a circular reference in the hierarchy, meaning that a node in the hierarchy is indirectly or directly referencing itself, which is not allowed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Circular Reference: The most common cause of this error is that a node in the hierarchy is set up in such a way that it points back to itself, either directly or through a chain of other nodes.
  Incorrect Hierarchy Configuration: The hierarchy may have been incorrectly configured, leading to a situation where the parent-child relationships are not valid.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors can lead to incorrect relationships being established between nodes.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Hierarchy Structure: Check the hierarchy structure for any circular references. This can often be done through