How To Fix EHPRC_CP_IMDS231 - MDS center functions are restricted; maintain a valid IMDS system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHPRC_CP_IMDS - Message Class for IMDS

• Message number: 231

• Message text: MDS center functions are restricted; maintain a valid IMDS system

What causes this issue?

You have not configured the International Material Data System (IMDS) or
the configuration of the IMDS is incomplete.

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 configuration of the MDS centers in the
<LS>Specify IMDS</> Customizing activity.

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_IMDS231 - MDS center functions are restricted; maintain a valid IMDS system ?

  The SAP error message EHPRC_CP_IMDS231 indicates that the Material Data System (MDS) center functions are restricted due to an invalid or improperly configured IMDS (International Material Data System) connection. This error typically arises when the system is unable to communicate with the IMDS or when the IMDS configuration is not set up correctly.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid IMDS Configuration: The connection settings for the IMDS in the SAP system may not be correctly configured.
  Inactive IMDS System: The IMDS system may be down or not accessible at the moment.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the IMDS functions.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems preventing the SAP system from reaching the IMDS.
  Version Compatibility: The version of the IMDS being used may not be compatible with the SAP system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check IMDS Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP and verify that the IMDS connection parameters (such as URL, credentials, etc.) are correctly set.
  Ensure that the IMDS system is properly configured in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Verify IMDS System Status:
  
  Check if the IMDS system is operational. You can do this by trying to access the IMDS portal directly through a web browser.
  If the IMDS system is down, you may need to wait until it is back online.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the IMDS functions. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in SAP.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  Check for any network issues that may be preventing the SAP system from connecting to the IMDS. This may involve checking firewalls, proxies, or other network configurations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or the IMDS documentation for any specific configuration or troubleshooting steps related to your version of SAP and IMDS.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  IMDS Overview: The International Material Data System (IMDS) is a global database for material data used in the automotive industry to comply with various regulations and standards.
  SAP EHPRC: The SAP Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module includes functionalities for managing material data and compliance with environmental regulations.
  Error Logs: Check the SAP error logs for any additional details that may provide more context about the error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the EHPRC_CP_IMDS231 error message in SAP.