How To Fix CM_EHFND_API_SUBST004 - Substance could not be read.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHFND_API_SUBST -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Substance could not be read.

What causes this issue?

Errors occur when reading the substance.

System Response

The system could not read the substance data.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHFND_API_SUBST004 - Substance could not be read. ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHFND_API_SUBST004 indicates that a substance could not be read in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module, particularly when dealing with substance management.
  Causes:
  
  Substance Not Defined: The substance you are trying to access may not be defined in the system.
  Incorrect Substance ID: The ID or code used to reference the substance may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the substance data.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies or issues in the database that prevent the substance from being read.
  
  Configuration Issues: The EHS module may not be properly configured, leading to issues in substance management.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Substance Definition: Verify that the substance is defined in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., using transaction code C223 for substance management) and checking if the substance