How To Fix EHPRC_CPM_CHECK036 - No basic symbol for the basic material exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHPRC_CPM_CHECK - Messages for Checks

• Message number: 036

• Message text: No basic symbol for the basic material exists

What causes this issue?

No basic material symbol is entered for the basic material as an
identifier.

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?

Enter the <LS>Basic Material Symbol</> identifier (FRM / BASMAT_SYM) for
the basic material.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHPRC_CPM_CHECK036 - No basic symbol for the basic material exists ?

  The SAP error message EHPRC_CPM_CHECK036 indicates that there is no basic symbol defined for the basic material in the context of the SAP Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module, specifically in the area of product compliance management. This error typically arises when you are trying to create or manage a product that requires a basic symbol, but the system cannot find the necessary configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Basic Symbol: The primary cause of this error is that the basic material you are working with does not have an associated basic symbol defined in the system.
  Incorrect Material Configuration: The material may not be properly configured in the system, leading to the absence of the required basic symbol.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the material or its classification.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Basic Material Configuration:
  
  Go to the material master data for the basic material in question.
  Ensure that the basic symbol is defined in the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Classification).
  
  
  
  Define Basic Symbol:
  
  If the basic symbol is missing, you will need to create it. This can typically be done in the EHS module under the relevant configuration settings.
  Navigate to the configuration area for basic symbols and create a new entry for the basic material.
  
  
  
  Review Material Classification:
  
  Ensure that the material is classified correctly and that all necessary attributes are filled out.
  Check if the material is assigned to the correct product hierarchy or classification system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on how to define basic symbols and manage material configurations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on the specific version and configuration of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) or MM03 (Display Material) to check and modify material data.
  EHS Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the EHS configuration settings, especially those related to product compliance and basic symbols.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to material master data and EHS configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.