How To Fix CM_EHPRC_SCC_CMP003 - You cannot start collaboration for campaign type '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHPRC_SCC_CMP - Supply Chain Collaboration - Campaign Messages

• Message number: 003

• Message text: You cannot start collaboration for campaign type '&1'

What causes this issue?

You cannot start a collaboration process because the Customizing entries
for the campaign type &V1& are missing or incomplete.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Complete the entries in the Customizing activity <LS>Product Compliance
for Discrete Industries -> General Configuration -> Business Partners
and Contacts -> Specify Campaign and E-Mail Configuration</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHPRC_SCC_CMP003 - You cannot start collaboration for campaign type '&1' ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHPRC_SCC_CMP003, which states "You cannot start collaboration for campaign type '&1'", typically indicates that there is an issue with the configuration or status of the campaign type you are trying to collaborate on. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  
  Campaign Type Configuration: The campaign type you are trying to use may not be configured to allow collaboration. This could be due to settings in the campaign type configuration that restrict collaboration features.
  
  
  Status of the Campaign: The campaign may not be in a status that allows collaboration. For example, if the campaign is still in a planning phase or has not been released, collaboration may not be permitted.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to start the collaboration may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action for the specified campaign type.
  
  
  System Settings: There may be system-wide settings or parameters that restrict collaboration for certain campaign types.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Campaign Type Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the campaign type configuration in SAP and verify that the collaboration settings are enabled for the specific campaign type you are trying to use.
  Ensure that the campaign type is set up correctly to allow collaboration.
  
  
  
  Verify Campaign Status:
  
  Check the status of the campaign you are trying to collaborate on. Make sure it is in a status that allows collaboration (e.g., released or active).
  If the campaign is not in the correct status, you may need to change its status or release it.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to start collaboration for the specified campaign type. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult System Settings:
  
  Review any system-wide settings or parameters that may affect collaboration capabilities. This may involve consulting with your SAP Basis or system administrator.
  
  
  
  Check for Notes or Patches:
  
  Look for any SAP Notes or patches that may address this specific error message or related issues. Sometimes, SAP releases updates that fix known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for campaign management and collaboration features to understand the requirements and configurations needed.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.