How To Fix CM_EHCSM_SPC_API_CMN020 - Usage profile &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHCSM_SPC_API_CMN - Messages specific for specification access API

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Usage profile &1 does not exist

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE NA_SYSADMIN1 OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHCSM_SPC_API_CMN020 - Usage profile &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHCSM_SPC_API_CMN020 indicates that a specific usage profile, identified by the placeholder &1, does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module, particularly when dealing with usage profiles for various applications.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Usage Profile: The most common cause is that the usage profile you are trying to access or utilize has not been created or is incorrectly referenced.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the system is looking for a usage profile that has not been set up properly.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the usage profile, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies or missing entries in the usage profile data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Usage Profile: Verify that the usage profile you are trying to use actually exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration area in SAP EHS.
  
  Use transaction codes like SPRO to access the configuration settings and check under the relevant sections for usage profiles.
  
  
  
  Create or Correct Usage Profile: If the usage profile does not exist, you may need to create it. Ensure that all required fields and settings are correctly configured.
  
  If it exists but is incorrectly configured, make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the usage profile. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles and permissions.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: If the error occurred after a data migration, perform a consistency check to ensure that all necessary data has been migrated correctly. You may need to re-import or correct the data.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing usage profiles in the EHS module.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), EHS (Environment, Health, and Safety), and others that may be pertinent to your specific configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.