How To Fix USMD2242 - Specify a different hierarchy version

USMD2242 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD2 - Master Data: UI Modeling

• Message number: 242

• Message text: Specify a different hierarchy version

What causes this issue?

You have specified the same version (&V2&) for the copy of the hierarchy
of version &V1&.

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?

Specify for the hierarchy version a different value than version &V1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD2242 - Specify a different hierarchy version ?

  The SAP error message USMD2242, which states "Specify a different hierarchy version," typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when working with hierarchies, such as organizational structures or product hierarchies. This error indicates that the hierarchy version you are trying to use is either not available, not valid, or not compatible with the current operation you are attempting to perform.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Hierarchy Version: The specified hierarchy version may not exist in the system or may have been deleted.
  Incompatible Version: The hierarchy version you are trying to use may not be compatible with the data or the operation you are performing.
  Version Locking: The hierarchy version might be locked for editing or use by another process or user.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the MDG settings that prevent the use of the specified hierarchy version.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Hierarchy Versions: Verify that the hierarchy version you are trying to use