How To Fix EHPRC_CP03218 - Phrase category not defined or invalid for element ID &1, attribute &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHPRC_CP03 - General Messages

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Phrase category not defined or invalid for element ID &1, attribute &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHPRC_CP03218 - Phrase category not defined or invalid for element ID &1, attribute &2 ?

  The SAP error message EHPRC_CP03218 indicates that there is an issue with a phrase category that is either not defined or invalid for a specific element ID and attribute. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module, particularly when dealing with phrases or texts that are associated with specific elements or attributes in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Undefined Phrase Category: The phrase category that is being referenced does not exist in the system. This could be due to a configuration issue or a missing entry in the relevant tables.
  Invalid Element ID or Attribute: The element ID or attribute specified in the error message may not be valid or may not correspond to an existing entry in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the EHS module, particularly in the area of phrase management.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, it is possible that some phrase categories were not migrated correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Phrase Categories: Verify that the phrase category being referenced in the error message is defined in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the EHS module.
  Validate Element ID and Attribute: Ensure that the element ID and attribute specified in the error message are valid and exist in the system. You can check this in the relevant master data or configuration settings.
  Review Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the EHS module, particularly those related to phrase management. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  Data Consistency Check: If the error occurred after a data migration, perform a consistency check to ensure that all necessary data has been migrated correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the EHS module for any specific guidance on this error message.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as SPRO for configuration or SE11 to check the relevant database tables.
  Tables: Familiarize yourself with relevant tables in the EHS module that store phrase categories and their relationships to elements and attributes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.