How To Fix EHPRC_CP_IMDS_COM011 - Password reset; change intial password in IMDS

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHPRC_CP_IMDS_COM - Message Class for IMDS Communication

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Password reset; change intial password in IMDS

What causes this issue?

Your password has been reset. You must change your password before you
can use it.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Log on to the International Material Data System (IMDS) and change the
initial password.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHPRC_CP_IMDS_COM011 - Password reset; change intial password in IMDS ?

  The SAP error message EHPRC_CP_IMDS_COM011 indicates that a password reset is required for the IMDS (International Material Data System) integration. This typically occurs when the initial password for the IMDS user account has not been changed from its default value. 
  Cause:
  
  Default Password: The IMDS user account was created with a default password that needs to be changed upon first login.
  Security Policy: Many systems enforce a policy that requires users to change their password after the first login for security reasons.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to change the initial password for the IMDS user account. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  Log in to IMDS: Use the default credentials provided for the IMDS account to log in.
  Change Password:
  
  Once logged in, navigate to the user profile or account settings section.
  Look for an option to change the password.
  Enter the current password (the default one) and then set a new password according to the password policy (if applicable).
  
  
  Save Changes: Make sure to save the changes after updating the password.
  Update SAP Configuration: If necessary, update the password in the SAP configuration settings where the IMDS integration is set up.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation or IMDS user guide for specific instructions on managing user accounts and passwords.
  Security Policies: Be aware of your organization’s security policies regarding password complexity and expiration.
  Support: If you encounter issues during the password change process, consider reaching out to your IT support team or SAP support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EHPRC_CP_IMDS_COM011 error and successfully integrate with IMDS.