How To Fix CM_EHHSS_RSK_ASSIGN008 - You can assign risks only to projects with matching types

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHHSS_RSK_ASSIGN - Messages for the Assign Risks Fiori App

• Message number: 008

• Message text: You can assign risks only to projects with matching types

What causes this issue?

You try to assign a risk to a risk assessment project. However, the
impact type of this risk does not match the type of the selected risk
assessment project.

System Response

The system does not assign the risk.

How to fix this error?

Select a risk assessment project with a suitable type.

Procedure for System Administrators

If this risk should be assigned to a risk assessment project with this
specific type, check and adapt the Customizing settings for hazards and
impacts in the hazard and control register and the assignment of impact
types to risk assessment types.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHHSS_RSK_ASSIGN008 - You can assign risks only to projects with matching types ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHHSS_RSK_ASSIGN008 indicates that there is a mismatch between the type of project you are trying to assign risks to and the type of risks you are attempting to assign. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module, particularly when dealing with risk management.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You are trying to assign a risk to a project that does not support that specific type of risk.
  The project type and the risk type are not compatible according to the configuration settings in SAP.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Project Type: Verify the type of project you are working with. Ensure that it is the correct type that can accept the risks you are trying to assign.
  
  
  Check Risk Type: Review the type of risk you are attempting to assign. Make sure it is compatible with the project type.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP and check the settings for risk assignment. Ensure that the project types and risk types are correctly defined and linked.
  You may need to consult with your SAP administrator or a consultant to ensure that the configuration allows for the assignment of the specific risks to the project types.
  
  
  
  Modify Project or Risk: If necessary, consider modifying either the project type or the risk type to ensure compatibility. This may involve changing the project type to one that can accept the risk or changing the risk type to one that is compatible with the project.
  
  
  Documentation and Support: Refer to SAP documentation for more detailed information on project and risk types. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP EHS Module: Understanding the functionalities of the SAP Environment, Health, and Safety module can help in managing risks effectively.
  Project Management in SAP: Familiarity with project management concepts within SAP can provide insights into how projects and risks are structured.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to assign risks to projects, as restrictions may also lead to errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.