How To Fix CM_EHENV_SCEN004 - Cannot add a duplicate data collection to the compliance scenario

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHENV_SCEN - Compliance Scenario Messages

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Cannot add a duplicate data collection to the compliance scenario

What causes this issue?

You want to add a data collection to the compliance scenario by creating
a new definition for it.

System Response

The system cannot add the data collection to the scenario because an
equivalent data collection is either added already, or exists for the
current location.

How to fix this error?

Add unique data collections to the compliance scenario.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHENV_SCEN004 - Cannot add a duplicate data collection to the compliance scenario ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHENV_SCEN004 indicates that there is an attempt to add a duplicate data collection to a compliance scenario in the SAP system. This typically occurs in the context of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) or compliance management modules where data collections are used to gather and manage compliance-related information.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Duplicate Entry: You are trying to add a data collection that already exists in the compliance scenario. Each data collection must be unique within a given scenario.
  Configuration Issue: There may be a misconfiguration in the compliance scenario setup that allows for duplicate entries.
  Data Integrity: The system may have integrity checks that prevent the addition of duplicate data collections to maintain data consistency.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Data Collections:
  
  Review the existing data collections in the compliance scenario to confirm if the data collection you are trying to add already exists.
  If it does exist, you may need to modify or use the existing data collection instead of trying to add a new one.
  
  
  
  Modify the Data Collection:
  
  If you need to change the data collection, consider editing the existing one rather than creating a new entry.
  
  
  
  Remove Duplicates:
  
  If there are unintended duplicates, remove the duplicate entries from the compliance scenario.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings of the compliance scenario to ensure that it is set up correctly and does not allow for duplicate entries.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on managing compliance scenarios and data collections.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide insights based on system logs or specific configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide patches or updates.
  EHS Documentation: Review the Environmental Health and Safety documentation for best practices on managing compliance scenarios and data collections.
  User 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.