How To Fix USMD2211 - Cannot delete entity &2 (entity type &1); still contained in hierarchy

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD2 - Master Data: UI Modeling

• Message number: 211

• Message text: Cannot delete entity &2 (entity type &1); still contained in hierarchy

What causes this issue?

Entity &V2& of entity type &V1& cannot be deleted because entity &V2& is
still in the hierarchy of entity type &V3&.

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?

First remove all the places where entity &V2& of entity type &V1& is in
the hierarchy of entity type &V3&. You can then delete the entity.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD2211 - Cannot delete entity &2 (entity type &1); still contained in hierarchy ?

  The SAP error message USMD2211 indicates that you are trying to delete an entity (such as a master data object) that is still part of a hierarchy in the system. This means that the entity you are attempting to delete is referenced or linked within a hierarchical structure, and SAP prevents the deletion to maintain data integrity.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You attempt to delete an entity that is still being used in a hierarchy.
  The entity is a parent or child in a hierarchical relationship, and removing it would disrupt the structure.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the entity is no longer part of any hierarchy before attempting to delete it. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Check Hierarchical Relationships:
  
  Use the relevant transaction or report to view the hierarchy where the entity is used. This could be in the context of master data management or specific modules like SAP MDG (Master Data Governance).
  
  
  
  Remove the Entity from the Hierarchy:
  
  If the entity is a parent, you may need to reassign its children to another parent or remove them from the hierarchy.
  If it is a child, you may need to remove it from its parent or reassign it.
  
  
  
  Delete the Hierarchical Structure:
  
  If the entire hierarchy is no longer needed, you may consider deleting the hierarchy itself, but ensure that this action aligns with your data governance policies.
  
  
  
  Re-attempt Deletion:
  
  Once the entity is no longer part of any hierarchy, you can attempt to delete it again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on your SAP version and configuration, you may use transaction codes like MDG_MAINTAIN or MDG_HIERARCHY to manage hierarchies.
  Data Integrity: Always ensure that any changes made to hierarchies do not violate data integrity rules or business processes.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions related to your version of SAP and the module you are working with.
  
  If you continue to face issues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.