How To Fix EHPRC_CP_IMDS_RES098 - Cannot insert MDS into tree; MDS is a forwarded version of existing MDS

EHPRC_CP_IMDS_RES098 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHPRC_CP_IMDS_RES - Message Class for IMDS Results

• Message number: 098

• Message text: Cannot insert MDS into tree; MDS is a forwarded version of existing MDS

What causes this issue?

This material data sheet (MDS) is a forwarded version of an original MDS
that your company accepted. You cannot include forwarded MDSs in your
tree.

System Response

The system cannot insert this MDS into the tree.

How to fix this error?

Insert the original MDS into the tree instead.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHPRC_CP_IMDS_RES098 - Cannot insert MDS into tree; MDS is a forwarded version of existing MDS ?

  The SAP error message EHPRC_CP_IMDS_RES098 indicates that there is an issue with inserting a Material Data Sheet (MDS) into the tree structure of the Material Data Management system. Specifically, this error occurs when the MDS you are trying to insert is a forwarded version of an existing MDS, which means that it cannot be added as a new entry because it is already linked to another MDS.
  
  Cause:
  
  Forwarded MDS: The MDS you are trying to insert is a forwarded version of an existing MDS. This typically happens when the MDS is already associated with another material or is a duplicate of an existing entry.
  Data Integrity: The system is designed to maintain data integrity and prevent duplicate entries that could lead to confusion or errors in material management.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing MDS: Before attempting to insert the MDS, check if the MDS already exists in the system. You can do this by searching for