How To Fix EHPRC_CPM_CHECK203 - No pure substance name (NAM/PURE) exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHPRC_CPM_CHECK - Messages for Checks

• Message number: 203

• Message text: No pure substance name (NAM/PURE) exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHPRC_CPM_CHECK203 - No pure substance name (NAM/PURE) exists ?

  The SAP error message EHPRC_CPM_CHECK203 indicates that there is no pure substance name (NAM/PURE) defined in the system for the material or substance you are trying to work with. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module, particularly when dealing with chemical substances and their regulatory compliance.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Pure Substance Definition: The primary cause of this error is that the system does not have a pure substance name defined for the material in question. This could be due to:
  
  The substance not being created in the system.
  The substance being incorrectly configured or missing required data.
  The substance being deleted or archived.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Material Master Data: The material master data may not be correctly set up to link to the pure substance.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the substance, such as incorrect classification or missing attributes.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Substance Definition:
  
  Go to the EHS module and check if the pure substance is defined in the system.
  Use transaction code C223 (or the relevant transaction for your version) to check the substance definitions.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Pure Substance:
  
  If the pure substance does not exist, you will need to create it. Ensure that you provide all necessary information, including the pure substance name and any other required attributes.
  If it exists but is incomplete, update the substance to include the missing information.
  
  
  
  Verify Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data for the relevant material using transaction code MM03.
  Ensure that the material is correctly linked to the pure substance and that all necessary fields are filled out.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to EHS and pure substances for any specific requirements or guidelines.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a recurring issue or if you suspect a system bug.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  EHS Module: The SAP EHS module is designed to help organizations manage compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations. It includes functionalities for managing hazardous substances, safety data sheets, and regulatory reporting.
  Substance Management: Proper management of substances is crucial for compliance with regulations such as REACH, OSHA, and others. Ensure that your organization has a robust process for maintaining substance data.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users working with the EHS module are adequately trained and have access to the necessary documentation to manage substances effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your substance data is correctly configured in SAP.