How To Fix CM_EHFND_CHM137 - Source substance contains multiple values for field &1 in node &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHFND_CHM - Messages for Chemical Agents

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Source substance contains multiple values for field &1 in node &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHFND_CHM137 - Source substance contains multiple values for field &1 in node &2 ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHFND_CHM137 indicates that there is an issue with a source substance in the context of a chemical management or product compliance scenario. Specifically, the error states that the source substance contains multiple values for a specific field in a particular node, which is not allowed in the context of the operation you are trying to perform.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Data Integrity Issues: The source substance may have been incorrectly configured or updated, leading to multiple values being assigned to a single field where only one value is expected.
  Configuration Errors: There may be a misconfiguration in the substance data model or in the way the data is being processed.
  Inconsistent Data: The data being imported or processed may have inconsistencies, such as duplicates or conflicting entries.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Source Substance Data:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or data model where the source substance is defined.
  Review the entries for the specified field (&1) in the specified node (&2) to identify any duplicates or multiple values.
  
  
  
  Correct the Data:
  
  If you find multiple values for the field, determine which value is correct or necessary for your process.
  Remove or consolidate the conflicting entries to ensure that only one value exists for the field in question.
  
  
  
  Validate Data Consistency:
  
  Run data validation checks to ensure that all substances and their associated fields are consistent and adhere to the expected data model.
  Use SAP tools or reports that can help identify inconsistencies in substance data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to chemical management and substance data to understand the expected structure and constraints.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making corrections, re-run the process that triggered the error to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance. They may have additional insights or tools to help diagnose and fix the problem.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide guidance on best practices for managing substance data.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to chemical management, such as CVD1 (Create Substance), CVD2 (Change Substance), and CVD3 (Display Substance).
  Data Model: Understand the data model for substances in your SAP system, including the relationships between different nodes and fields.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying issue causing the CM_EHFND_CHM137 error.