How To Fix USMD2258 - 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: 258

• 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 as a hierarchy attribute 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& exists
in the hierarchy as a hierarchy attribute of entity type &V3&. Then you
can 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 USMD2258 - Cannot delete entity &2 (entity type &1); still contained in hierarchy ?

  The SAP error message USMD2258 indicates that you are trying to delete an entity (of a specific entity type) that is still part of a hierarchy. This typically occurs in the context of Master Data Governance (MDG) when you attempt to delete a master data record that is linked to other records in a hierarchical structure.
  Cause:
  The error arises because the entity you are trying to delete is still referenced in a hierarchy. In SAP MDG, entities can be organized in hierarchical structures, and if an entity is part of such a structure, it cannot be deleted until it is removed from the hierarchy.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Hierarchy: Determine which hierarchy the entity is part of. You can do this by checking the relationships or hierarchies associated with the entity in the MDG application.
  
  
  Remove from Hierarchy: Once you have identified the hierarchy, you need to remove the entity from it. This can typically be done through the MDG application by navigating to the relevant hierarchy management section and deleting or unlinking the entity.
  
  
  Delete the Entity: After successfully removing the entity from the hierarchy, you should be able to delete it without encountering the error.
  
  
  Check for Dependencies: Ensure that there are no other dependencies or references to the entity in other parts of the system that might prevent deletion.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use specific transaction codes related to MDG to manage hierarchies and entities, such as MDG_MAINTAIN or MDG_HIERARCHY.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Master Data Governance for detailed instructions on managing hierarchies and entities.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to modify hierarchies and delete entities in the MDG system.
  Testing: After making changes, it is advisable to test the deletion in a development or test environment before applying it to production.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the USMD2258 error and successfully delete the entity in question.