How To Fix CBRC_REGCHECK002 - Material has not been assigned to a substance

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CBRC_REGCHECK - Messages for Substance-Related Regulation Check

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Material has not been assigned to a substance

What causes this issue?

The results of the notification checks show that no substance has been
assigned to the material.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check the material-substance assignment.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CBRC_REGCHECK002 - Material has not been assigned to a substance ?

  The SAP error message CBRC_REGCHECK002 indicates that a material has not been assigned to a substance in the context of regulatory compliance, particularly in the area of chemical management and substance registration. This error typically arises in the SAP Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module, which is used for managing compliance with various regulations regarding hazardous materials and substances.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A material is being processed (e.g., during a regulatory check or when creating a safety data sheet) but has not been linked to a specific substance in the system.
  The material may be missing necessary substance information, which is required for compliance with regulations such as REACH, GHS, or other local regulations.
  The substance data may not have been created or maintained properly in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error CBRC_REGCHECK002, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record for the affected material (transaction code MM03).
  Verify that the material is assigned to the correct substance in the EHS data.
  
  
  
  Assign Substance:
  
  If the material is not assigned to a substance, you need to create or assign the appropriate substance.
  Use transaction code C2E1 (Substance Management) to create or maintain the substance data.
  Ensure that the substance is correctly linked to the material in the material master.
  
  
  
  Regulatory Data:
  
  Ensure that all necessary regulatory data is maintained for the substance, including classification, labeling, and safety data sheets.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, check the configuration settings in the EHS module to ensure that the regulatory checks are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to EHS and substance management for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP EHS Module: This module is designed to help organizations manage compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.
  Substance Management: In SAP, substances are managed to ensure compliance with various regulations, and they must be linked to materials for proper regulatory checks.
  Regulatory Compliance: Understanding the specific regulations applicable to your industry and region is crucial for managing substances and materials effectively.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant specializing in SAP EHS for further assistance.