How To Fix EHFND_REG_LIST_MSG020 - You cannot add a new row because the listed substance is deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHFND_REG_LIST_MSG - Messages for Regulatory Lists

• Message number: 020

• Message text: You cannot add a new row because the listed substance is deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHFND_REG_LIST_MSG020 - You cannot add a new row because the listed substance is deleted ?

  The SAP error message EHFND_REG_LIST_MSG020 indicates that you are trying to add a new row to a list or table that references a substance that has been marked as deleted in the system. This typically occurs in the context of managing substances in the SAP Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module, where substances are tracked for regulatory compliance and safety management.
  Cause:
  
  Deleted Substance: The substance you are trying to add is marked as deleted in the system. This means that it is no longer available for use in the current context.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to prevent the addition of references to substances that are no longer valid or active.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Substance Status: Verify the status of the substance you are trying to add. You can do this by navigating to the relevant substance management transaction in SAP and checking if the substance is indeed marked as deleted.
  Restore Substance: If the substance was deleted by mistake and needs to be restored, you may need to work with your SAP administrator or the relevant team to restore the substance to an active status.
  Use an Active Substance: If the substance is permanently deleted and cannot be restored, you will need to select a different, active substance to add to your list or table.
  Review Dependencies: Ensure that there are no dependencies or references to the deleted substance in other parts of the system that might be causing this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP EHS for managing substances, such as:
  
  C1: For managing chemical substances.
  C2: For managing substance lists.
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify substance records in SAP.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to substance management for more detailed guidance on handling substances and understanding their statuses.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and continue with your work in SAP.