How To Fix USMD2019 - UI el. &1, ent.type &2: Setting in "Hierarchy Relationships" is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD2 - Master Data: UI Modeling

• Message number: 019

• Message text: UI el. &1, ent.type &2: Setting in "Hierarchy Relationships" is invalid

What causes this issue?

The UI element type of UI element &V1& is <ZH>not</> <LS>Hierarchy
Relationship</>, but settings have been made in the <LS>Hierarchy
Relationships</> subdialog.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

INCLUDE CHANGES_CANNOT_BE_SAVED OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

Either delete the settings made for UI element &V1& in the <LS>Hierarchy
Relationships</> subdialog, or change the UI element type to
<LS>Hierarchy Relationship</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD2019 - UI el. &1, ent.type &2: Setting in "Hierarchy Relationships" is invalid ?

  The SAP error message USMD2019 typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when there is an issue with the configuration of hierarchy relationships for a specific entity type. This error indicates that there is an invalid setting in the "Hierarchy Relationships" configuration for the specified entity type.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Invalid Hierarchy Configuration: The hierarchy relationships for the entity type may not be properly defined or may contain invalid entries.
  Missing or Incorrect Data: The data being processed may not conform to the expected structure or may be missing required fields.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data that violate the defined hierarchy rules.
  Customizations: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the MDG system, they may not align with the standard hierarchy settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the MDG configuration settings for the specific entity type.
  Verify the settings under "Hierarchy Relationships" to ensure they are correctly defined.
  Ensure that all required hierarchy levels and relationships are properly configured.
  
  
  
  Validate Data:
  
  Review the data being processed to ensure it meets the requirements of the hierarchy.
  Check for any missing or incorrect entries that could lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the master data to identify any discrepancies that may be causing the issue.
  Correct any inconsistencies found in the data.
  
  
  
  Review Customizations:
  
  If there are custom developments, review them to ensure they do not interfere with the standard hierarchy settings.
  Consult with your development team if necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific entity type and hierarchy settings for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration with sample data to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  MDG Documentation: Review the official SAP MDG documentation for best practices on configuring hierarchy relationships.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage SAP support for further assistance.