How To Fix CM_EHFND_API_SUBST027 - &1: Listed substance &1 is specified as "Condition".

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHFND_API_SUBST -

• Message number: 027

• Message text: &1: Listed substance &1 is specified as "Condition".

What causes this issue?

You want to assign listed substance &V2& to the substance with number
&V1&. The listed substance is specified as <LS>Condition</> and belongs
to the listed substance &V3&.

System Response

The system does not change or create the substance with number &V1&.

How to fix this error?

Assign a listed substance that is not specified as <LS>Condition</>.

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_SUBST027 - &1: Listed substance &1 is specified as "Condition". ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHFND_API_SUBST027 typically occurs in the context of SAP's Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module, particularly when dealing with substance management. The error indicates that a listed substance is specified as a "Condition," which may not be appropriate for the context in which it is being used.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Substance Classification: The substance in question may be incorrectly classified or defined in the system. It might be marked as a "Condition" when it should be classified differently (e.g., as a "Substance" or "Material").
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an error during data entry, where the substance was incorrectly assigned a condition status.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the EHS module may not align with the intended use of the substance, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Substance Definition: Review the definition of the substance in the SAP system. Ensure that it is classified correctly and that its status aligns with how it is intended to be used.
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., C223 for substance management) and verify the details of the substance.
  
  
  
  Correct Classification: If the substance is incorrectly classified, update its classification to the appropriate type. This may involve changing its status from "Condition" to "Substance" or another relevant classification.
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings in the EHS module to ensure that they are set up correctly for the substances being used. This may involve consulting with a system administrator or EHS consultant.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to manage substances and their classifications within the EHS module.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on substance management in EHS.
  EHS Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings for the EHS module, as this can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in substance management are adequately trained on how to classify and manage substances within the SAP system to minimize data entry errors.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or consult with an SAP EHS expert for further assistance.