How To Fix USMDA3086 - &1 &2 The higher-level entity &3 has the value &4

USMDA3086 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 086

• Message text: &1 &2 The higher-level entity &3 has the value &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMDA3086 - &1 &2 The higher-level entity &3 has the value &4 ?

  The SAP error message USMDA3086 typically indicates a validation issue related to the hierarchical structure of master data, particularly in the context of the SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) or similar modules. The message format suggests that there is a conflict between the values assigned to a higher-level entity and its subordinate entities.
  
  Cause:
  The error message USMDA3086 occurs when:
  
  A lower-level entity (like a specific material, customer, or vendor) is assigned a value that is inconsistent with the value of its higher-level entity (like a material group, customer group, or vendor group).
  This inconsistency can arise from incorrect data entry, data migration issues, or changes in the master data hierarchy that have not been properly reflected in all related entities.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Entities: Review the error message details to identify the specific entities involved. The placeholders (&1, &2, &3, &4) will provide information about the