How To Fix CM_EHHSS_INC_COMMON072 - Waste type &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHHSS_INC_COMMON - Incident Common Messages

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Waste type &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHHSS_INC_COMMON072 - Waste type &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHHSS_INC_COMMON072 indicates that a specific waste type (denoted by &1) does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) modules, particularly when dealing with waste management or hazardous materials.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Waste Type: The waste type you are trying to use has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The waste type may have been deleted or not properly configured in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the waste type code you are entering.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the waste type data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Waste Type Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually under EHS or Waste Management).
  Verify if the waste type exists in the system. If it does not, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Waste Type:
  
  If the waste type is missing, you can create it using transaction codes like EHSWASTE or through the relevant customizing path in SPRO.
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Verify Input:
  
  Double-check the waste type code you are entering for any typographical errors.
  Ensure that you are using the correct format and code as defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that your user profile has the necessary authorizations to access and manage waste types.
  Consult with your SAP security team if you suspect authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to waste management for additional guidance on configuring waste types.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as EHSWASTE, SPRO, and others related to EHS configuration.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Manuals: Refer to user manuals or training materials specific to the EHS module for more context on waste type management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message CM_EHHSS_INC_COMMON072 and ensure that the waste type is correctly configured in your SAP system.