How To Fix UMB_AH003 - Node '&1' already contained in hierarchy; Cannot be added

UMB_AH003 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UMB_AH - Aggregation Hierarchy

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Node '&1' already contained in hierarchy; Cannot be added

What causes this issue?

Each scorecard may only appear once in the list of aggregation
hierarchies.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Select a scorecard that is not yet contained in the list of aggregation
hierarchies.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

UMB_AH003 - Details

• The SAP error message UMB_AH003 indicates that a node you are trying to add to a hierarchy is already present in that hierarchy. This typically occurs in the context of SAP applications that manage hierarchical data structures, such as master data management or organizational structures.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You attempt to add a node (e.g., a cost center, profit center, or any hierarchical entity) that is already part of the hierarchy.
  The system checks for duplicates and finds that the node you are trying to add is already included.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Hierarchy:
  
  Review the existing hierarchy to confirm that the node is indeed already present. You can do this by navigating to the relevant hierarchy display or management transaction in SAP.
  
  
  
  Avoid Duplicate Addition:
  
  If the node is already part of the hierarchy, you do not need to add it again. Instead, you can proceed with your