How To Fix CM_EHHSS_RAS_COMMON076 - Cannot add control "&1" to risk; control already assigned to risk as &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHHSS_RAS_COMMON - Common Messages for Risk Assessment

• Message number: 076

• Message text: Cannot add control "&1" to risk; control already assigned to risk as &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHHSS_RAS_COMMON076 - Cannot add control "&1" to risk; control already assigned to risk as &2 ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHHSS_RAS_COMMON076 indicates that there is an attempt to add a control to a risk that is already associated with that control in a different capacity. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Risk Management or SAP GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) modules.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You are trying to assign a control to a risk that is already linked to that control in a different role or context.
  The control may already be assigned to the risk as a different type (e.g., as a preventive control, detective control, etc.).
  There may be a configuration or data integrity issue where the system does not allow the same control to be assigned multiple times in different contexts.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Assignments:
  
  Review the existing assignments of the control to the risk. You can do this by navigating to the risk management area in SAP and checking the control assignments for the specific risk.
  
  
  
  Modify Control Assignment:
  
  If the control is already assigned to the risk in a different context, you may need to either:
  
  Remove the existing assignment before adding it again.
  Change the context in which you are trying to assign the control.
  
  
  
  
  
  Review Control Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the control is configured correctly and that there are no conflicting settings that might prevent the assignment.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific version you are using to understand the rules around control assignments and any limitations that may apply.
  
  
  
  Check for System Notes:
  
  Look for any SAP Notes or patches that may address this issue. Sometimes, specific bugs or limitations are documented by SAP, and applying a relevant note can resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. They can provide insights based on the specific configuration and version of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP GRC Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the SAP GRC Risk Management documentation for best practices on control and risk management.
  Transaction Codes: Use relevant transaction codes (like GRACRISK, GRACCTRL, etc.) to navigate through the risk and control assignments.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to risk and control assignments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.