How To Fix CM_EHCSM_SPC_API_CMN052 - Phrase in characteristic &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: 052

• Message text: Phrase in characteristic &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHCSM_SPC_API_CMN052 - Phrase in characteristic &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHCSM_SPC_API_CMN052 with the phrase "Phrase in characteristic &1 does not exist" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module, particularly when dealing with characteristics and phrases in the context of substance management or compliance.
  Cause:
  This error generally indicates that the system is trying to access a phrase associated with a specific characteristic that has not been defined or does not exist in the system. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Phrase Definition: The phrase that is supposed to be linked to the characteristic has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Characteristic Reference: The characteristic being referenced may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the relevant tables.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, some phrases or characteristics may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Phrase Definitions:
  
  Go to the transaction code CUNI (for maintaining units of measure and phrases).
  Verify if the phrase associated with the characteristic exists. If it does not, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Verify Characteristic:
  
  Check the characteristic in question to ensure it is correctly defined and that the reference to the phrase is accurate.
  Use transaction code CT04 to check the characteristics and their associated phrases.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks in the EHS module to identify any inconsistencies in the data.
  You can use transaction codes like SARA or SBDC for data consistency checks.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  Check the transport logs for any errors or warnings related to the missing phrases or characteristics.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the EHS module for any specific guidance on this error.
  
  
  
  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 CUNI (for phrases), CT04 (for characteristics), and others related to EHS.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  EHS Configuration: Understanding the configuration of the EHS module can help in identifying where the issue may lie.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message CM_EHCSM_SPC_API_CMN052.