How To Fix USMDA3083 - &1 &2: Item &3 must not have subnodes in the hierarchy

USMDA3083 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMDA3 - Message Class for UI of User Interface

• Message number: 083

• Message text: &1 &2: Item &3 must not have subnodes in the hierarchy

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMDA3083 - &1 &2: Item &3 must not have subnodes in the hierarchy ?

  The SAP error message USMDA3083 indicates that there is an issue with a hierarchy structure in your SAP system. Specifically, it states that an item (identified by &3) must not have subnodes in the hierarchy. This typically occurs in the context of master data management, particularly when dealing with hierarchical data structures such as cost centers, profit centers, or other organizational units.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when you attempt to perform an operation (like saving or activating a hierarchy) that violates the rules of the hierarchy structure. The specific causes can include:
  
  Incorrect Hierarchy Structure: The item you are trying to process is defined as a leaf node (a node without children) but has subnodes (children) associated with it.
  Data Entry Errors: There may have been a mistake in data entry where a node was incorrectly defined to have children when it should not.
  Hierarchy 
  Configuration Issues: The configuration of the hierarchy may not