How To Fix USMD1B216 - Hierarchy/Version &3: &1 is not a valid value for &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD1B - Meldungen: MDF Anschluss

• Message number: 216

• Message text: Hierarchy/Version &3: &1 is not a valid value for &2

What causes this issue?

&V2& &V1& is <ZH>not</> released and does <ZH>not</> exist in the
context of change request &V4&.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD1B216 - Hierarchy/Version &3: &1 is not a valid value for &2 ?

  The SAP error message USMD1B216 typically occurs in the context of Master Data Governance (MDG) when there is an issue with the hierarchy or versioning of master data. The message indicates that a specific value is not valid for a given hierarchy or version.
  Cause:
  The error message can arise due to several reasons:
  
  Invalid Hierarchy/Version: The specified hierarchy or version does not exist or is not active in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as missing or incorrect entries in the hierarchy or version tables.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified hierarchy or version.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the MDG that are not correctly set up, leading to the error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy/Version:
  
  Verify that the hierarchy and version specified in the error message are valid and exist in the system.
  Use transaction codes like MDG_HIERARCHY or MDG_VERSION to check the existing hierarchies and versions.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Ensure that the data being processed is complete and correct. Check for any missing or incorrect entries in the relevant master data tables.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Confirm that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the specified hierarchy or version. You may need to consult with your security team to ensure proper roles are assigned.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the MDG to ensure that they are set up correctly. This may involve checking the customizing settings for hierarchies and versions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional insights or updates that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context to help diagnose the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MDG_HIERARCHY, MDG_VERSION, and MDG_MAINTAIN for managing hierarchies and versions.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message USMD1B216 in the SAP Support Portal for any patches or updates that may resolve the issue.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message USMD1B216 in your SAP system.