How To Fix CM_EHCNT_FND_BPC003 - Substance &1 has an invalid listed substance &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHCNT_FND_BPC - Best Practice Content Messages for Foundation

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Substance &1 has an invalid listed substance &2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHCNT_FND_BPC003 - Substance &1 has an invalid listed substance &2. ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHCNT_FND_BPC003 indicates that there is an issue with a substance in the context of SAP's Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module, specifically related to the Business Partner (BPC) component. The error message typically means that a substance you are trying to use or reference is not valid or recognized in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Substance: The substance you are trying to use (indicated by &2 in the error message) is not listed in the system or is not recognized as a valid substance.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the substance, such as missing or incorrect information in the substance master data.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the substance management in SAP EHS may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the substance.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified substance.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Substance Master Data: Verify that the substance in question (substance &2) exists in the system. You can do this by checking the substance master data in the SAP EHS module.
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., CBI1 for creating substances, CBI2 for changing, or CBI3 for displaying).
  Ensure that the substance is correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Validate Substance Listing: Ensure that the substance is listed in the appropriate regulatory lists or substance lists that your organization uses. If it is not listed, you may need to add it.
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings for the EHS module to ensure that they are set up correctly for substance management. This may involve reviewing the customizing settings in SPRO.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and manage the substances in question. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on managing substances and resolving related errors.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it appears to be a system bug or requires deeper technical investigation.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP EHS Module: The Environment, Health, and Safety module in SAP is designed to help organizations manage compliance with environmental regulations and ensure workplace safety.
  Substance Management: This involves managing chemical substances, their properties, and regulatory compliance related to their use and handling.
  Error Handling: Familiarize yourself with common error messages in SAP and how to troubleshoot them effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.