How To Fix USMDZ3279 - &1 &2 hierarchy name exceeds maximum length of 10 characters

USMDZ3279 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMDZ3 - Nachrichtenklasse zum UI des User-Interfaces

• Message number: 279

• Message text: &1 &2 hierarchy name exceeds maximum length of 10 characters

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USMDZ3279 - Details

• The SAP error message USMDZ3279 indicates that a hierarchy name you are trying to use exceeds the maximum allowed length of 10 characters. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when you are working with hierarchies, such as when creating or modifying a hierarchy node.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the name of a hierarchy node or hierarchy itself exceeds the defined limit of 10 characters. This limitation is often set in the system configuration to ensure consistency and manageability of hierarchy names.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the hierarchy name you are trying to use is 10 characters or fewer. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Check the Hierarchy Name: Review the name you are trying to assign to the hierarchy. Make sure it is concise and does not exceed the 10-character limit.
  
  
  Rename the Hierarchy: If the name is too long,