How To Fix CBRC_REGCHECK046 - Substance &1: Composition in value assignment type &2 not unique

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Substance &1: Composition in value assignment type &2 not unique

What causes this issue?

More than one composition value assignment instance was determined. This
problem can be caused by incorrect data entry, for example, if more than
one composition with the same active usage exists for a specification.

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?

Correct the composition.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CBRC_REGCHECK046 - Substance &1: Composition in value assignment type &2 not unique ?

  The SAP error message CBRC_REGCHECK046 indicates that there is a problem with the uniqueness of a composition in a value assignment type for a specific substance. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module, particularly when dealing with regulatory compliance and substance management.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system detects that the composition of a substance is not unique for the specified value assignment type. This can happen due to:
  
  Duplicate Entries: There may be multiple entries for the same substance with the same composition in the value assignment type.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the value assignment types may not be set up correctly, leading to ambiguity in how compositions are defined.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the data entered for the substance or its compositions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Duplicates:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., using transaction codes like C223 for value assignment types).
  Review the entries for the substance in question and look for duplicate compositions.
  If duplicates are found, remove or consolidate them to ensure that each composition is unique.
  
  
  
  Review Value Assignment Types:
  
  Ensure that the value assignment types are correctly configured and that they are intended to allow the compositions you are trying to enter.
  If necessary, adjust the configuration to allow for the correct representation of the substance's composition.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Validate the data entered for the substance and its compositions. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Use transaction codes like C1E1 or C1E2 to check the substance data and make corrections as needed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on managing substances and compositions within the EHS module.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking for duplicates and validating data, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP EHS expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP EHS Module: This module is designed to help organizations manage compliance with environmental regulations, health and safety standards, and product safety.
  Value Assignment Types: These are used in SAP to define how substances are characterized and what data is associated with them.
  Substance Management: Involves tracking and managing chemical substances, their properties, and regulatory compliance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the CBRC_REGCHECK046 error in SAP.