How To Fix EHPRC_CP_IMDS_RES142 - Referenced materials and substances are not allowed at the same level

EHPRC_CP_IMDS_RES142 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHPRC_CP_IMDS_RES - Message Class for IMDS Results

• Message number: 142

• Message text: Referenced materials and substances are not allowed at the same level

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHPRC_CP_IMDS_RES142 - Referenced materials and substances are not allowed at the same level ?

  The SAP error message EHPRC_CP_IMDS_RES142 indicates that there is a problem with the structure of the materials and substances in the context of the International Material Data System (IMDS) within the SAP Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module. Specifically, this error occurs when referenced materials and substances are incorrectly placed at the same hierarchical level in the material composition.
  
  Cause:
  The error is typically caused by one of the following issues:
  
  Hierarchical Structure Violation: In the IMDS, materials and substances must be organized in a specific hierarchical structure. If you have both a material and a substance at the same level, it violates the rules of the IMDS.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the materials and substances may not adhere to the required standards set by IMDS, leading to this error.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors can lead to incorrect associations between materials and substances.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following