How To Fix CM_EHFND_API_SUBST006 - Substance &1 not found.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHFND_API_SUBST -

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Substance &1 not found.

What causes this issue?

You want to read the substance with number &V1&, but the object does not
exist.

System Response

The system cannot read data for the substance with number &V1&.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHFND_API_SUBST006 - Substance &1 not found. ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHFND_API_SUBST006 indicates that a specific substance (identified by the placeholder &1) could not be found in the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module, particularly when dealing with substance management.
  Cause:
  
  Substance Not Created: The substance you are trying to access or manipulate has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Substance ID: The substance ID you are using may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Data Deletion: The substance may have been deleted or is no longer active in the system.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing access to the substance data.
  Configuration Issues: There could be configuration issues in the EHS module that prevent the system from recognizing the substance.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Substance Creation:
  
  Verify if the substance has been created in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., C1 for substance management) and searching for the substance ID.
  
  
  
  Verify Substance ID:
  
  Ensure that the substance ID you are using is correct. Double-check for any typos or formatting issues.
  
  
  
  Check for Deletion:
  
  If the substance was previously created, check if it has been deleted or marked as inactive. You can look into the change logs or the status of the substance.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the substance data. Consult with your SAP security team if you suspect authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  If the substance should exist but is not found, consult with your SAP EHS configuration team to ensure that the system is properly set up to recognize and manage substances.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  Use transaction codes like C1 (for substance management) or C1EHS (for EHS management) to navigate and check the substance details.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP EHS documentation for guidance on substance management and related processes.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.