How To Fix EHPRC_CP_IMDS230 - IMDS batch client is not configured; MDS center functions are restricted

EHPRC_CP_IMDS230 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHPRC_CP_IMDS - Message Class for IMDS

• Message number: 230

• Message text: IMDS batch client is not configured; MDS center functions are restricted

What causes this issue?

The IMDS batch client or the RFC destination is not configured.

System Response

The system does not allow you to maintain any data in the MDS center or
to communicate with the IMDS. You can only display the data in the MDS
center.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Check the <LS>Specify IMDS</> Customizing activity
to configure the IMDS batch client or the RFC destination.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHPRC_CP_IMDS230 - IMDS batch client is not configured; MDS center functions are restricted ?

  The SAP error message EHPRC_CP_IMDS230 indicates that the IMDS (International Material Data System) batch client is not configured properly, which restricts the MDS (Material Data Sheet) center functions. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's integration with IMDS, which is used for managing material compliance data.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The IMDS batch client may not be set up in the SAP system. This could be due to missing configuration settings or incorrect parameters.
  Authorization Problems: The user or system may lack the necessary authorizations to access the IMDS functions.
  System Settings: The connection between SAP and IMDS may not be established correctly, leading to restricted functionality.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP for IMDS.
  Ensure that the IMDS batch client is properly configured. This may involve setting up the IMDS client in transaction codes like SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) or other relevant configuration transactions.
  Verify that the necessary parameters (like client