How To Fix USMD2386 - Target must not be in sub tree of the selected nodes

USMD2386 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD2 - Master Data: UI Modeling

• Message number: 386

• Message text: Target must not be in sub tree of the selected nodes

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USMD2386 - Details

• The SAP error message USMD2386, which states "Target must not be in sub tree of the selected nodes," typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when you are trying to perform an operation that involves selecting nodes in a hierarchy, such as when managing organizational structures or other hierarchical data.
  
  Cause:
  This error arises when you attempt to select a target node that is a descendant (or child) of one of the nodes you have selected as the source. In hierarchical structures, you cannot select a node and its sub-nodes simultaneously for certain operations, as this would create a logical conflict in the data manipulation process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Review Your Selection: Ensure that the target node you are trying to select is not a child or descendant of any of the nodes you have selected as the source. You may need to adjust your selection to