How To Fix CM_SUB_VALUATION057 - Identification type &1 does not exist in the system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 057

• Message text: Identification type &1 does not exist in the system

What causes this issue?

Identification type &V1& (identification category &V2&) must exist in
the system to enable the identifiers to be created for the exposure
scenario header data (ES_HEAD).

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?

Create the identification type in the Customizing activity
<DS:SIMG.EHS_MD_110_05_3>Check Identification Types</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_SUB_VALUATION057 - Identification type &1 does not exist in the system ?

  The SAP error message CM_SUB_VALUATION057 indicates that the identification type specified (represented by &1) does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of materials management, inventory valuation, or similar processes where identification types are used to classify or manage items.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Identification Type: The identification type you are trying to use may be misspelled or incorrectly entered.
  Missing Configuration: The identification type may not have been configured in the system. This could happen if the necessary settings were not completed during system setup or if the identification type was deleted or deactivated.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain identification types, leading to this error.
  Transport Issues: If the identification type was recently created or modified in a development environment and not transported to the production environment, it may not exist in the production system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Identification Type: Verify that the identification type you are using is correct. Check for any typos or incorrect entries.
  Configuration Check: 
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually in SPRO) and check if the identification type is defined.
  If it is missing, you may need to create it or reconfigure it according to your business requirements.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the identification type. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  Transport Check: If the identification type was recently created or modified, ensure that the changes have been properly transported to the production environment.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the identification types relevant to your business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (for configuration), MM03 (to view material master data), or SE11 (to check table definitions) to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution.