How To Fix CM_EHFND_SPLMT001 - Listed substance "&1" has already been assigned

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHFND_SPLMT -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Listed substance "&1" has already been assigned

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHFND_SPLMT001 - Listed substance "&1" has already been assigned ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHFND_SPLMT001 indicates that a listed substance has already been assigned in the system. This error typically arises in the context of managing substances and compliance with regulations, such as REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) or other environmental regulations.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to assign a substance that is already linked to a specific entity (like a product, material, or document) in the SAP system. This can happen due to:
  
  Duplicate entries being created inadvertently.
  Attempting to assign the same substance to multiple records where it is not allowed.
  A configuration issue in the substance management module.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Assignments:
  
  Review the existing assignments of the substance in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or using the substance management reports to see where the substance is already assigned.
  
  
  
  Remove Duplicate Assignments:
  
  If you find that the substance is assigned to multiple records and it should not be, you may need to remove the duplicate assignment from one of the records.
  
  
  
  Modify the Assignment:
  
  If the substance needs to be assigned to a different record, ensure that it is unassigned from the current record before attempting to assign it elsewhere.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to substance management for specific instructions on how to manage substance assignments.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to substance management. There may be settings that restrict how substances can be assigned.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts who can provide guidance based on your specific system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as C223 (for managing substance assignments) or C4C (for compliance management).
  Substance Management: Understand the principles of substance management in SAP, including how substances are classified and managed within the system.
  Regulatory Compliance: Be aware of the regulatory requirements that may affect how substances are managed in your organization, as this can impact how you handle assignments in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.