How To Fix UPC417 - Hierarchy &1 is maintained inconsistently

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPC - Planning: General Error Messages

• Message number: 417

• Message text: Hierarchy &1 is maintained inconsistently

What causes this issue?

The values of the compounded characteristics of the start and end node
of the range &V3& (node ID &V2&) are different.
This is not allowed in SEM-BPS as in this way no combination check is
possible and no templates can also be generated for new characteristic
combinations.

System Response

Processing is terminated

How to fix this error?

Maintain hierarchy &V1& in accordance with the requirements specified
above.

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 UPC417 - Hierarchy &1 is maintained inconsistently ?

  The SAP error message UPC417, which states "Hierarchy &1 is maintained inconsistently," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Universal Product Code (UPC) or other hierarchical data structures. This error indicates that there is an inconsistency in the way the hierarchy is defined or maintained in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Data: The hierarchy may have been modified in a way that violates the structural rules of the hierarchy. For example, a node may be missing a parent or child that is required for the hierarchy to be valid.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with data integrity, such as duplicate entries, missing nodes, or incorrect relationships between nodes.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the hierarchy management could lead to inconsistencies.
  Transport Issues: If the hierarchy was transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport process that caused inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Hierarchy Structure: Review the hierarchy structure in the SAP system to identify any missing or incorrectly linked nodes. Ensure that all parent-child relationships are correctly defined.
  Data Validation: Use transaction codes like UPA1 (for maintaining hierarchies) to validate the hierarchy and check for inconsistencies. You may need to manually correct any discrepancies found.
  Rebuild Hierarchy: If the hierarchy is too inconsistent to fix manually, consider rebuilding it from scratch, ensuring that all relationships are correctly defined.
  Transport Review: If the issue arose after a transport, review the transport logs and ensure that all necessary objects were included and correctly transported.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to hierarchy management for specific guidelines on maintaining hierarchies.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it involves complex configurations or custom developments.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as UPA1 for hierarchy maintenance and UPA2 for displaying hierarchies.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to hierarchy management and the UPC417 error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users' experiences.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the UPC417 error in your SAP system.