How To Fix CM_EHHSS_INC_REC257 - Attribute name "&1" for node "&2" does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHHSS_INC_REC -

• Message number: 257

• Message text: Attribute name "&1" for node "&2" does not exist

What causes this issue?

You want to migrate the customer-specific enhancement data of an
incident to the <LS>Environment, Health, and Safety</> system. When you
migrate the data, the <LS>Node Attribute Name</> field is configured
incorrectly in Customizing. The <LS>Node Attribute Name</> value is
incorrect and does not exist in the business object structure.

System Response

The system cannot migrate the customer-specific enhancement data.

How to fix this error?

In Customizing activity
<DS:SIMG.EHFND_BO_IMP>Specify Import Mapping</>, edit the field
mappings of the <LS>EHHSS_INCIDENT</> business object and enter a
correct value in the <LS>Node Attribute Name</> field.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHHSS_INC_REC257 - Attribute name "&1" for node "&2" does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHHSS_INC_REC257 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a node in the SAP system, specifically that an attribute name referenced in the system does not exist for the specified node. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) or similar modules where data structures are defined.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Attribute: The attribute name specified in the error message does not exist in the data model for the node mentioned. This could be due to a misconfiguration or an oversight during the setup of the data model.
  Incorrect Node Reference: The node referenced may not be correctly defined or may have been deleted or modified in a way that it no longer contains the specified attribute.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport that caused the attribute to be missing.
  Version Mismatch: If there are different versions of the data model or configuration between systems, it may lead to discrepancies in attribute availability.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Verify the configuration of the node and ensure that the attribute name exists. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration area in SAP and checking the data model.
  Correct Node and Attribute Names: Ensure that the attribute name and node name are correctly spelled and match the definitions in the system.
  Recreate Missing Attributes: If the attribute is indeed missing, you may need to recreate it in the data model for the specified node.
  Transport Validation: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors and ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  System Consistency Check: Run consistency checks in the system to identify any other potential issues that may be related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message CM_EHHSS_INC_REC257.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to explore the data model and verify the existence of the attribute.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error message details and any relevant configuration information.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.