How To Fix EHPRC_CPM_CHECK204 - No pure substance number (NUM/PURE) exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHPRC_CPM_CHECK - Messages for Checks

• Message number: 204

• Message text: No pure substance number (NUM/PURE) exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHPRC_CPM_CHECK204 - No pure substance number (NUM/PURE) exists ?

  The SAP error message EHPRC_CPM_CHECK204 indicates that there is no pure substance number (NUM/PURE) associated with the chemical substance you are trying to work with in the system. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module, particularly when dealing with product safety data, chemical management, or regulatory compliance.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Pure Substance Number: The primary cause of this error is that the system cannot find a pure substance number for the chemical substance in question. This could be due to:
  
  The substance not being defined in the SAP EHS database.
  The substance being incorrectly configured or missing required data.
  The substance being a mixture rather than a pure substance.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: There may be typographical errors or incorrect data entries when creating or updating the substance record.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to recognize the pure substance, or the relevant data may not have been imported or updated correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Substance Definition:
  
  Verify that the chemical substance is defined in the SAP EHS system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., C223 for substance management) and checking if the substance exists.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Pure Substance Record:
  
  If the substance does not exist, you may need to create a new pure substance record. Ensure that you fill in all required fields, including the pure substance number.
  If the substance exists but is missing the pure substance number, update the record to include this information.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the system is configured correctly to handle pure substances. This may involve checking settings in the EHS module or consulting with your SAP administrator.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on managing substances and resolving related errors.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your internal SAP support team or SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as C223 (Manage Substances) and C1 (Chemical Management).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches.
  Training: Consider training sessions or resources on SAP EHS to better understand how to manage substances and avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.