How To Fix EHPRC_CPM_EXP_IMDS223 - Specification type &3 is not assigned to an IMDS object type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHPRC_CPM_EXP_IMDS - Messages Export - IMDS Integration

• Message number: 223

• Message text: Specification type &3 is not assigned to an IMDS object type

What causes this issue?

The specification type &V3& of the specification &V1& (RECN=&V2&) is not
a valid IMDS object type.

System Response

The system aborted generation of the IMDS XML file.

How to fix this error?

Check the assignment of specification types to IMDS object types.
Allowed object types in IMDS are parts, semiparts, materials, and
substances.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHPRC_CPM_EXP_IMDS223 - Specification type &3 is not assigned to an IMDS object type ?

  The SAP error message EHPRC_CPM_EXP_IMDS223 indicates that a specific specification type (denoted by &3) is not assigned to any IMDS (International Material Data System) object type. This error typically arises in the context of managing material data and compliance within SAP systems that interface with IMDS.
  Cause:
  
  
  Specification Type Not Assigned: The primary cause of this error is that the specification type you are trying to use is not linked to any valid IMDS object type in the system. This can happen if the specification type is incorrectly configured or if it has not been set up in the IMDS configuration.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings of the IMDS integration within SAP, leading to the system not recognizing the specification type.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Sometimes, the error can occur due to incorrect data entry or selection of specification types that do not correspond to the expected IMDS object types.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Specification Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for IMDS in your SAP system.
  Verify that the specification type in question is correctly assigned to an appropriate IMDS object type.
  If it is not assigned, you may need to create or modify the assignment in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Update IMDS Settings:
  
  Ensure that all necessary IMDS settings are correctly configured in your SAP system.
  This may involve checking the IMDS integration settings and ensuring that all required mappings are in place.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or the IMDS integration guide for specific instructions on how to configure specification types and object types.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for assistance. They may have additional insights or tools to diagnose the problem.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  IMDS Overview: The International Material Data System (IMDS) is a global database for material data used in the automotive industry to ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
  SAP EHPRC Module: The SAP EHPRC (Environment, Health, and Safety) module includes functionalities for managing product compliance, including integration with IMDS.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP that pertain to IMDS and material data management, such as C223 for managing specifications.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.