How To Fix CM_SUB017 - There is no where-used list for the specification category

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_SUB - Substance (general)

• Message number: 017

• Message text: There is no where-used list for the specification category

What causes this issue?

No where-used list was specified for the current specification category
in the hit list in Customizing.

System Response

INCLUDE EHS_NA_NO_MAINTAIN OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE EHS_NA_ADMIN OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

INCLUDE EHS_NA_CHECK_CUSTOMIZING OBJECT DOKU ID TX
Add the entries for the current specification category in the hit list
for the user exit category SUB_USAGE.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_SUB017 - There is no where-used list for the specification category ?

  The SAP error message CM_SUB017 indicates that there is no "where-used list" available for the specified category in the context of the SAP system, particularly in the area of materials management or product lifecycle management. This error typically arises when you are trying to view or generate a where-used list for a specification or a material that does not have any associated usage records in the system.
  Cause:
  
  No Usage Records: The most common cause of this error is that there are no materials, documents, or other specifications that reference the specified category or specification.
  Incorrect Specification Category: The specification category you are trying to access may not be correctly defined or may not have been used in any relevant transactions.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the database that prevent the system from generating the where-used list.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the where-used list for certain specifications.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Usage: Verify if there are any materials or specifications that actually use the category you are querying. If there are none, this is the reason for the error.
  Review Specification Category: Ensure that the specification category is correctly defined and that it has been used in relevant transactions.
  Data Maintenance: If you find that there should be usage records, check for any data maintenance issues. You may need to update or correct the data in the system.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view the where-used list. If not, contact your system administrator to grant the required access.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more specific guidance related to your version of SAP and the context in which you are encountering this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as C202 (for managing specifications) or C223 (for viewing where-used lists).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CM_SUB017 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.