How To Fix WM888 - Hierarchy node &1 does not exist in material hierarchy &2

WM888 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WM - IS-R Assortments

• Message number: 888

• Message text: Hierarchy node &1 does not exist in material hierarchy &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WM888 - Hierarchy node &1 does not exist in material hierarchy &2 ?

  The SAP error message WM888 indicates that a specified hierarchy node does not exist in the material hierarchy. This error typically occurs in the Warehouse Management (WM) module when trying to perform operations that involve material hierarchies, such as stock movements, inventory management, or other warehouse-related activities.
  
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Node: The hierarchy node specified in the error message does not exist in the material hierarchy defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The material hierarchy may not be properly configured, or the node may have been deleted or not created.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry when specifying the hierarchy node or material hierarchy.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified hierarchy node.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Hierarchy Node: Check if the hierarchy node (&1) exists in the material hierarchy (&2). You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration or using transaction codes like OMH1 (for