How To Fix CM_SUB_DATA029 - Edit the value assignment type &4 for usage &1/&2 first

CM_SUB_DATA029 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_SUB_DATA - Substance Data (Header, ID, Reference, Materials)

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Edit the value assignment type &4 for usage &1/&2 first

What causes this issue?

The system cannot switch to the status &v3& for the usage &v1&/&v2&
since no data was entered for the value assignment type &v4&.

How to fix this error?

First enter the data for the value assignment type and then perform the
status switch.

Procedure for System Administrators

On the <LS>Status/Spec. Type/Val. Asgmnt Type Assignment</> screen in
the IMG activity <DS:SIMG.EHS_MD_110_05_9>Specify Statuses</>, you can
specify for each status the value assignment types that must be
processed before a status switch can occur.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_SUB_DATA029 - Edit the value assignment type &4 for usage &1/&2 first ?

  The SAP error message CM_SUB_DATA029 typically occurs in the context of SAP's Classification and Material Management modules. This error indicates that there is an issue with the value assignment type for a specific usage in the classification system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, solution, and related information for this error:
  
  Cause:
  The error message CM_SUB_DATA029 is triggered when you attempt to perform an action (like creating or modifying a classification) without first editing the value assignment type for a specific usage. The message indicates that the system requires you to define or adjust the value assignment type before proceeding.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Usage: The error message will specify the usage (e.g., material, equipment) and the value assignment type that needs to be edited. Take note of these details.
  
  
  Access the Classification System:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the classification system. This can typically be found under