How To Fix USMD2257 - Ranges must be end nodes in the hierarchy

USMD2257 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD2 - Master Data: UI Modeling

• Message number: 257

• Message text: Ranges must be end nodes in the hierarchy

What causes this issue?

Ranges are represented in the hierarchy only as end nodes. Therefore,
you cannot make insertions beneath this node in the hierarchy.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD2257 - Ranges must be end nodes in the hierarchy ?

  The SAP error message USMD2257, which states "Ranges must be end nodes in the hierarchy," typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when working with hierarchies. This error indicates that the system expects the specified ranges (or nodes) to be end nodes in the hierarchy, but they are not.
  
  Cause:
  
  Hierarchy Structure: The error arises when you attempt to define a range that includes nodes that are not leaf nodes (end nodes) in the hierarchy. In a hierarchical structure, end nodes are those that do not have any child nodes.
  Incorrect Node Selection: You may have selected a node that has children or is not properly defined as an end node in the hierarchy.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data integrity of the hierarchy, such as missing or incorrectly defined nodes.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Hierarchy Definition: Review the hierarchy structure to ensure that the nodes you are trying to