How To Fix USMD2230 - Values of hierarchy name (&2) and higher-level node (&1) are inconsistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD2 - Master Data: UI Modeling

• Message number: 230

• Message text: Values of hierarchy name (&2) and higher-level node (&1) are inconsistent

What causes this issue?

You have selected the hierarchy name as the entity type for the
higher-level node. In this case, the value of the hierarchy name must
equal the value of the higher-level node. This is currently not the case
because you have selected the value &V2& for the hierarchy name and the
value &V1& for the higher-level node.

System Response

The system has changed the value &V1& of the higher-level node to the
value of the hierarchy name &V2&.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD2230 - Values of hierarchy name (&2) and higher-level node (&1) are inconsistent ?

  The SAP error message USMD2230 indicates that there is an inconsistency between the values of a hierarchy name and its higher-level node in the context of Master Data Governance (MDG). This typically occurs when the data being processed does not align with the expected structure of the hierarchy, which can lead to issues in data integrity and reporting.
  Cause:
  
  Hierarchy Structure Issues: The hierarchy defined in the system may have been altered, leading to inconsistencies between the parent node and its child nodes.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry or updates to the hierarchy can result in mismatched values.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, it may not conform to the expected hierarchy structure.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the hierarchy management can lead to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Hierarchy Configuration: Review the configuration of the hierarchy in the SAP system to ensure that it is set up correctly. Verify that the parent-child relationships are defined properly.
  Validate Data Entries: Go through the entries for the hierarchy name and the higher-level node to ensure that they are consistent. Correct any discrepancies found.
  Data Consistency Check: Use transaction codes or reports available in SAP to check for inconsistencies in the hierarchy data. This may involve running specific consistency checks or validation reports.
  Recreate Hierarchy: If the hierarchy is significantly corrupted, it may be necessary to recreate it from scratch, ensuring that all relationships are correctly defined.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on managing hierarchies in your version of SAP MDG.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MDG_MAINTAIN for maintaining master data or MDG_HIERARCHY for managing hierarchies.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to hierarchy management that may address this error.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the USMD2230 error message.