How To Fix EHPRC_CPM_CONTENT017 - Specification type &1 of task &2 is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHPRC_CPM_CONTENT - Messages for Content Provider Interface

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Specification type &1 of task &2 is not allowed

What causes this issue?

Only tasks with specification types &V3& and &V4& may be assigned to a
content provider.

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?

Select only tasks with specification type &V3& and/or &V4&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHPRC_CPM_CONTENT017 - Specification type &1 of task &2 is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message EHPRC_CPM_CONTENT017 indicates that there is an issue with the specification type of a task in the context of the SAP Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module, specifically related to the Chemical Product Management (CPM) component. The message states that the specification type for the specified task is not allowed.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Invalid Specification Type: The specification type assigned to the task is not valid or not configured correctly in the system.
  Task Configuration: The task may not be set up to accept the specified type of specification. This could be due to configuration settings in the system that restrict certain types of specifications for specific tasks.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action related to the specified task and specification type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Specification Type:
  
  Verify that the specification type you are trying to use is valid and exists in the system.
  Ensure that the specification type is appropriate for the task you are working on.
  
  
  
  Review Task Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the task in question. Ensure that the task is set up to accept the specified type of specification.
  You may need to consult with your SAP EHS configuration team to review the settings.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the task. Check the user roles and permissions related to the EHS module.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for more details on the specific task and specification types. This can provide insights into any restrictions or requirements.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. SAP Notes often contain fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP EHS Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the SAP EHS module documentation to understand the various specification types and their allowed configurations.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SPRO to access configuration settings or SU01 to check user authorizations.
  Error Logs: Review system logs for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution.