How To Fix CM_SUB_VALUATION021 - Usage profile '&1' not available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_SUB_VALUATION - Substance Characteristic Values and Additional Info.

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Usage profile '&1' not available

What causes this issue?

The usage profile &V1& does not exist in the IMG activity
<DS:SIMG.EHS_MD_130_20_3>Specify Usage Profiles</>. The usage profile
was determined from your user settings.

System Response

The usage for the value assignment instance is not created.

How to fix this error?

Change the parameter value with the parameter ID <ZK>ESU</> (
<DS:TRAN.SU3>Maintain User Profile</>). Enter an existing usage profile.

Procedure for System Administrators

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_SUB_VALUATION021 - Usage profile '&1' not available ?

  The SAP error message CM_SUB_VALUATION021 indicates that the usage profile specified (represented by &1) is not available in the system. This error typically arises in the context of material valuation or when working with the classification system in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Usage Profile: The specified usage profile has not been defined in the system. This could be due to configuration issues or because the profile was never created.
  Incorrect Configuration: The usage profile might be incorrectly configured or not assigned to the relevant materials or classes.
  Transport Issues: If the usage profile was recently created or modified in a different environment (like development) and not transported to the current environment (like production), it may not be available.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Usage Profile Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant area where usage profiles are defined (e.g., Material Management or Classification).
  Verify if the usage profile exists and is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Usage Profile:
  
  If the usage profile does not exist, you may need to create it. This can typically be done in the same configuration area.
  If it exists but is not correctly configured, make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Assign Usage Profile:
  
  Ensure that the usage profile is assigned to the relevant materials or classes. This can be done in the material master or classification settings.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the usage profile was created in a different environment, ensure that the transport request containing the profile is moved to the current environment.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the usage profile and perform the required actions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CL02 (Change Class), MM02 (Change Material), or SPRO (Customizing) to navigate to the relevant areas.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on usage profiles and their configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.