How To Fix CM_EHFND_CHM163 - No approved chemicals at location ô&1ö and its sublocations

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHFND_CHM - Messages for Chemical Agents

• Message number: 163

• Message text: No approved chemicals at location ô&1ö and its sublocations

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHFND_CHM163 - No approved chemicals at location ô&1ö and its sublocations ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHFND_CHM163 indicates that there are no approved chemicals at the specified location and its sublocations. This error typically arises in the context of chemical management within SAP, particularly when dealing with compliance and safety regulations.
  Cause:
  
  
  No Approved Chemicals: The primary cause of this error is that there are no chemicals that have been approved for use at the specified location. This could be due to:
  
  Chemicals not being registered or approved in the system.
  The chemicals may not be assigned to the specific location or its sublocations.
  The chemicals may have expired approvals or are not compliant with current regulations.
  
  
  
  Location Configuration: The location or sublocations may not be properly configured in the system to allow for the use of certain chemicals.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing the user from viewing or accessing the approved chemicals.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Approved Chemicals: Verify if there are any approved chemicals in the system for the specified location. This can be done by:
  
  Navigating to the relevant chemical management module in SAP.
  Checking the list of approved chemicals and their associated locations.
  
  
  
  Register Chemicals: If there are no approved chemicals, you may need to register new chemicals and ensure they are approved for the specified location. This typically involves:
  
  Submitting the necessary documentation for approval.
  Ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
  
  
  
  Location Assignment: Ensure that the chemicals are correctly assigned to the location and its sublocations. This may involve:
  
  Updating the location settings in the SAP system.
  Ensuring that the chemicals are linked to the correct storage locations.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to view or manage chemicals at the specified location. If not, contact your SAP administrator to adjust the permissions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific steps related to chemical management and location settings.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Modules: This error is often related to the SAP Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module, which manages compliance and safety for chemicals.
  Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that your organization is compliant with local and international regulations regarding chemical usage and storage.
  User Training: Consider providing training for users on how to manage chemicals within SAP to prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a specialist in SAP EHS for further assistance.