How To Fix CM_EHFND_CNS_SUB011 - Responsible unit for substance &1 does not exist.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHFND_CNS_SUB - Message Class for UI Substance

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Responsible unit for substance &1 does not exist.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHFND_CNS_SUB011 - Responsible unit for substance &1 does not exist. ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHFND_CNS_SUB011 indicates that the responsible unit for a specific substance (denoted by &1) does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of substance management, particularly when dealing with compliance and regulatory requirements in SAP Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) or similar modules.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Responsible Unit: The responsible unit for the specified substance has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the substance management may not be correctly set up, leading to the system not recognizing the responsible unit.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the relevant tables or incorrect links between substances and responsible units.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or manage the responsible unit.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Responsible Unit:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area in SAP where responsible units are defined (usually under EHS or Material Management).
  Create or update the responsible unit for the specified substance. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings for substance management to ensure that responsible units are properly linked to substances.
  Check if the substance in question is correctly assigned to a responsible unit in the system.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Run data consistency checks to identify any discrepancies in the substance and responsible unit data.
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to check the relevant database tables for missing or incorrect entries.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access and manage responsible units.
  Consult with your SAP security team if there are any authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing substances and responsible units in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  C223: For maintaining substance data.
  C1: For checking the configuration of responsible units.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may resolve the issue.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  By addressing the root cause of the error and ensuring that the responsible unit is correctly defined and linked to the substance, you should be able to resolve the error message CM_EHFND_CNS_SUB011.