How To Fix USMD1B211 - Node &1 is underneath itself in hierarchy &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD1B - Meldungen: MDF Anschluss

• Message number: 211

• Message text: Node &1 is underneath itself in hierarchy &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD1B211 - Node &1 is underneath itself in hierarchy &2 ?

  The SAP error message USMD1B211 indicates that there is a hierarchical structure issue in the Master Data Governance (MDG) application. Specifically, the error message states that "Node &1 is underneath itself in hierarchy &2," which means that a node (or element) in a hierarchy is incorrectly referencing itself as a child, creating a circular reference.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Circular Reference: The node is set up in such a way that it points to itself, either directly or indirectly, which is not allowed in hierarchical structures.
  Incorrect Hierarchical Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the hierarchy setup, where the parent-child relationships are not defined correctly.
  Data Entry Error: During the creation or modification of the hierarchy, a user may have inadvertently created a loop by assigning a node as its own parent.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Review the Hierarchy Structure:
  
  Navigate to the hierarchy in question and review the parent-child relationships.
  Identify the node that is causing the circular reference.
  
  
  
  Correct the Hierarchical Relationships:
  
  Remove the incorrect parent-child assignment that leads to the circular reference.
  Ensure that each node points to a valid parent that does not create a loop.
  
  
  
  Validate Changes:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, validate the hierarchy to ensure that there are no more circular references.
  Use the appropriate transaction codes or tools in SAP MDG to check the integrity of the hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  Once the hierarchy is corrected, test the changes by attempting to perform the action that previously triggered the error to ensure that it has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on your SAP version, you may use transaction codes like MDGIMG to access the configuration settings for Master Data Governance.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Master Data Governance for detailed guidelines on managing hierarchies and understanding the structure of master data.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the USMD1B211 error in your SAP system.