How To Fix UPC517 - The higher-level node to &1, does not have the value &2 and &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPC - Planning: General Error Messages

• Message number: 517

• Message text: The higher-level node to &1, does not have the value &2 and &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPC517 - The higher-level node to &1, does not have the value &2 and &3 ?

  The SAP error message UPC517 indicates that there is a problem with the hierarchical structure of your data, specifically in the context of a planning application or a master data hierarchy. The message typically means that the higher-level node (the parent node) does not have the expected values for the specified attributes or characteristics.
  Cause:
  
  Hierarchy Structure Issue: The higher-level node (parent) is expected to have certain values that are not present. This could be due to incorrect data entry or a misconfiguration in the hierarchy.
  Missing Values: The parent node may not have been assigned the necessary values for the characteristics that are being referenced in the error message.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that violate the expected relationships between nodes in the hierarchy.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Hierarchy Configuration: Review the configuration of the hierarchy to ensure that the higher-level node is correctly set up with the required values.
  Update Parent Node Values: If the parent node is missing the required values, update it to include the necessary attributes or characteristics.
  Data Validation: Perform a data validation check to ensure that all nodes in the hierarchy have the correct and expected values.
  Rebuild Hierarchy: If the hierarchy is significantly corrupted, consider rebuilding it from scratch, ensuring that all nodes are correctly defined and linked.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the hierarchy structure relevant to your application.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use specific transaction codes (like RSPC, RSPT, or others) to manage and check the hierarchy in your SAP system.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide patches related to this error.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the underlying issues with the hierarchy and ensuring that all nodes have the correct values, you should be able to resolve the UPC517 error.