How To Fix USMD1B218 - Hierarchie &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: 218

• Message text: Hierarchie &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 USMD1B218 - Hierarchie &3: &1 is not a valid value for &2 ?

  The SAP error message USMD1B218 typically occurs in the context of Master Data Governance (MDG) when there is an issue with the hierarchy structure or the values being used in a hierarchy node. The message indicates that a specific value is not valid for a particular attribute in the hierarchy.
  Cause:
  The error message can arise due to several reasons:
  
  Invalid Hierarchy Node: The value being referenced does not exist in the hierarchy or is not valid for the specified hierarchy level.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data being used, such as missing or incorrect values.
  Configuration Issues: The hierarchy might not be properly configured in the system, leading to invalid references.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or modify the hierarchy.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Structure:
  
  Verify that the hierarchy structure is correctly defined and that the value you are trying to use exists in the hierarchy.
  Ensure that the node you are referencing is valid for the context in which you are working.
  
  
  
  Validate Data:
  
  Check the data being entered for any inconsistencies or errors. Make sure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  If you are importing data, ensure that the data source is accurate and complete.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the hierarchy in the MDG application. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  If changes were made recently, consider reverting them to see if that resolves the issue.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the hierarchy. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the hierarchy you are working with.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution to see where the error is being triggered and gather more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  MDG Documentation: Review the Master Data Governance documentation for best practices and guidelines on managing hierarchies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.