How To Fix USMD2297 - Hierarchy relationship cannot be displayed

USMD2297 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD2 - Master Data: UI Modeling

• Message number: 297

• Message text: Hierarchy relationship cannot be displayed

What causes this issue?

It is not possible to display the hierarchy relationships using single
processing since the hierarchy is edition-dependent and you did not
specify an edition when starting single processing.

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?

Edit the hierarchy relationships using collective processing, or enter
an edition when starting single processing.

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 USMD2297 - Hierarchy relationship cannot be displayed ?

  The SAP error message USMD2297, which states "Hierarchy relationship cannot be displayed," typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when there is an issue with displaying hierarchical relationships in the data model. This error can arise due to various reasons, including data inconsistencies, configuration issues, or missing authorizations.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the hierarchical data, such as missing parent-child relationships or incorrect data entries.
  
  Configuration Issues: The hierarchy might not be properly configured in the system, leading to issues in displaying the relationships.
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the hierarchy data.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the database or the application layer.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Data Integrity:
  
  Verify the hierarchical data for any inconsistencies. Ensure that all parent-child relationships are correctly defined and that there are no missing entries.
  Use transaction codes like SE11 to check the data