How To Fix ECM_VAL401 - Context &: Status "to be checked" set

ECM_VAL401 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ECM_VAL - Engineering Change Management Validity

• Message number: 401

• Message text: Context &: Status "to be checked" set

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ECM_VAL401 - Context &: Status "to be checked" set ?

  The SAP error message ECM_VAL401 with the context "Status 'to be checked' set" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module, particularly when dealing with the management of chemical substances and their compliance.
  
  Cause:
  The error message ECM_VAL401 indicates that there is an issue with the validation of a chemical substance or a related document. The status "to be checked" suggests that the system has identified a potential problem that requires further review or validation before proceeding. This could be due to:
  
  Missing Data: Required fields or data related to the chemical substance or document may be incomplete or missing.
  Validation Rules: The data entered may not comply with the predefined validation rules set in the system.
  Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data that need to be resolved.
  Regulatory Compliance: The substance may not meet certain regulatory requirements, triggering the need for a manual check.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ECM_VAL401