How To Fix EHPRC_CP03245 - Identifier of category &1 and type &2 is not defined in spec.&3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHPRC_CP03 - General Messages

• Message number: 245

• Message text: Identifier of category &1 and type &2 is not defined in spec.&3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHPRC_CP03245 - Identifier of category &1 and type &2 is not defined in spec.&3 ?

  The SAP error message EHPRC_CP03245 indicates that there is an issue with the identification of a category and type in a specification. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) or Product Compliance modules, where specifications for materials, substances, or products are defined.
  Cause:
  The error message "Identifier of category &1 and type &2 is not defined in spec. &3" suggests that:
  
  The system is trying to reference a category (identified by &1) and a type (identified by &2) that are not defined in the specified specification (identified by &3).
  This could occur due to:
  
  Missing or incorrectly configured data in the specification.
  A mismatch between the expected identifiers and what is actually defined in the system.
  Data inconsistencies or corruption in the specification records.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Specification Definition:
  
  Go to the specification in question (spec. &3) and verify that the category &1 and type &2 are correctly defined.
  Ensure that the identifiers are spelled correctly and match the expected values.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the categories and types in the relevant customizing settings. Ensure that they are properly set up in the system.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  Run data consistency checks to identify any discrepancies in the specification data.
  If you find inconsistencies, you may need to correct or re-enter the data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the categories and types relevant to your specifications.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like C202 (to display specifications) or C201 (to create/change specifications) to investigate the issue.
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify specifications in the system.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the EHPRC_CP03245 error in your SAP system.