How To Fix CM_EHHSS_INC_REC278 - Reporting person with id &1 is created as preliminary person data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHHSS_INC_REC -

• Message number: 278

• Message text: Reporting person with id &1 is created as preliminary person data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHHSS_INC_REC278 - Reporting person with id &1 is created as preliminary person data ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHHSS_INC_REC278 indicates that a reporting person with a specific ID has been created with preliminary person data. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module, particularly when dealing with incident reporting or similar functionalities.
  Cause:
  
  Preliminary Data: The reporting person has been created with incomplete or preliminary data. This means that the necessary information required for the person to be fully recognized in the system is missing or not yet finalized.
  Data Entry Issues: There may have been an error during the data entry process, leading to incomplete records.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to handle the reporting person data, leading to the creation of preliminary records.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Complete the Person Data:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction in SAP where you can edit person data (e.g., transaction code PP01 for Person Administration).
  Locate the reporting person using the ID provided in the error message.
  Complete all required fields and ensure that the data is accurate and finalized.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration settings for the EHS module are correctly set up to handle reporting persons.
  Consult with your SAP Basis or EHS configuration team to verify that all necessary settings are in place.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  After updating the person data, validate the information to ensure that it meets all necessary criteria for being recognized as a complete record.
  Run any necessary checks or reports to confirm that the data is now complete.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the changes, test the functionality that triggered the error to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for the EHS module for more details on managing person data and incident reporting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, specific issues may have been documented with recommended solutions.
  User Training: Ensure that users entering data are trained on the importance of completing all required fields to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage with SAP support for further assistance.