How To Fix /CEERE/DM215 - Illegal property type &1 for property category &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CEERE/DM -

• Message number: 215

• Message text: Illegal property type &1 for property category &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CEERE/DM215 - Illegal property type &1 for property category &2 ?

  The SAP error message /CEERE/DM215 Illegal property type &1 for property category &2 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module, particularly when dealing with data management or property assignments.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that there is an issue with the property type assigned to a specific property category. The property type specified (represented by &1) is not valid for the property category (represented by &2) you are trying to use. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The property type may not be configured correctly in the system for the specified property category.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where an invalid property type is being assigned to a property category.
  Missing Customization: If the system has been customized, the necessary configurations for the property types and categories may not have been set up properly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the property types and categories in the SAP EHS module.
  Ensure that the property type you are trying to use is valid for the specified property category.
  
  
  
  Review Data Entry:
  
  Verify the data entry for the property in question. Make sure that the property type assigned is appropriate for the property category.
  If you are using a custom property type, ensure that it has been correctly defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for the EHS module to understand the valid combinations of property types and categories.
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations:
  
  If your organization has customized the EHS module, check with your SAP administrator or consultant to ensure that the customizations are correctly implemented and that they align with the standard configurations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, test the configuration by attempting to create or modify the property again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO to access the configuration settings or EHS related transactions to manage properties.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.