How To Fix EHPRC_CP_IMDS201 - Specification with sub ID &1 does not exist or is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHPRC_CP_IMDS - Message Class for IMDS

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Specification with sub ID &1 does not exist or is not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHPRC_CP_IMDS201 - Specification with sub ID &1 does not exist or is not active ?

  The SAP error message "EHPRC_CP_IMDS201 Specification with sub ID &1 does not exist or is not active" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module, particularly when dealing with material specifications and compliance data.
  Cause:
  
  Specification Not Found: The error indicates that the system is unable to find a specification with the given sub ID. This could be due to the specification not being created or entered incorrectly.
  Specification Not Active: The specification may exist but is not active. In SAP, specifications can be in different statuses, and if a specification is inactive, it cannot be used in processes.
  Incorrect Sub ID: The sub ID provided in the error message may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing access to the specification.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Specification Existence:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., C223 for specifications) and check if the specification with the given sub ID exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Activate Specification:
  
  If the specification exists but is inactive, you can activate it. This is typically done in the specification management area of SAP.
  Ensure that the status of the specification is set to "Active".
  
  
  
  Verify Sub ID:
  
  Double-check the sub ID you are using. Ensure that it is correct and corresponds to an existing specification.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the specification. If you suspect authorization issues, contact your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to the EHPRC module for additional context on specifications and their management.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as C223 (to manage specifications) and C223N (to create or change specifications).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to EHPRC and specifications for any patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Training: Consider training or resources on SAP EHS to better understand how specifications are managed within the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the specifications are correctly set up and active in your SAP system.