How To Fix EHPRC_CPM_EXP_IMDS203 - Error while reading substance data; (substance &1) (RECN=&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHPRC_CPM_EXP_IMDS - Messages Export - IMDS Integration

• Message number: 203

• Message text: Error while reading substance data; (substance &1) (RECN=&2)

What causes this issue?

An error occurred while reading the substance data for &V1& (RECN=&V2&
).

System Response

The system aborted generation of the IMDS XML file.

How to fix this error?

See the log messages to determine the cause of the error.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHPRC_CPM_EXP_IMDS203 - Error while reading substance data; (substance &1) (RECN=&2) ?

  The SAP error message EHPRC_CPM_EXP_IMDS203 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module, particularly when dealing with substance data in the context of compliance and regulatory reporting. This error indicates that there was an issue while reading substance data for a specific substance identified by &1 and a specific RECN (Record Number) identified by &2.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing Substance Data: The substance data for the specified substance may not be available in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the IMDS (International Material Data System) integration.
  Data Corruption: The data related to the substance may be corrupted or improperly formatted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the substance data.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system issues or bugs that are causing the error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EHPRC_CPM_EXP_IMDS203 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Substance Data: Verify that the substance data for the specified substance exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant substance management transaction in SAP.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the IMDS integration is correctly configured. Check the settings related to the IMDS interface and ensure that all necessary parameters are set up correctly.
  
  
  Data Validation: Validate the data associated with the substance to ensure that it is not corrupted or improperly formatted. You may need to re-enter or correct the data if issues are found.
  
  
  User Authorization: Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user attempting to access the substance data has the necessary permissions.
  
  
  Consult Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP EHS Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the EHS module, which may provide insights into common errors and their resolutions.
  IMDS Integration: Familiarize yourself with the IMDS integration process and requirements, as this may help in troubleshooting the error.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement an appropriate solution.