How To Fix USMD1528 - Data model &1, entity type &2: Hierarchy indicator is not allowed

USMD1528 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD1 - Datenmodel

• Message number: 528

• Message text: Data model &1, entity type &2: Hierarchy indicator is not allowed

What causes this issue?

In Customizing activity <DS:SIMG.MDG_VC_USMD006>Define Field Properties
for UI</>, entity type &V2& has been set to invisible to end users
(VC_USM006). Therefore, it must not have a hierarchy.

System Response

The system cannot activate the data model.

How to fix this error?

Deselect the hierarchy indicator for entity type &V2& in Customizing
activity <DS:SIMG.FMDM_USMD001>Edit Data Model</>.

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 USMD1528 - Data model &1, entity type &2: Hierarchy indicator is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message USMD1528 typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when working with data models and entity types. This error indicates that a hierarchy indicator is not allowed for the specified data model and entity type.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when you attempt to use a hierarchy indicator in a data model or entity type where it is not permitted. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The data model or entity type may not be configured to support hierarchical structures.
  Incorrect Data Model: The entity type you are working with may not be designed to handle hierarchy indicators.
  Versioning or Compatibility: There may be versioning issues or compatibility problems with the data model or the SAP system.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Data Model Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the data model and ensure that the entity type is set up correctly