How To Fix EHPRC_CPM_EXP_IMDS251 - Specification &1 has no preferred component for alternative item group &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHPRC_CPM_EXP_IMDS - Messages Export - IMDS Integration

• Message number: 251

• Message text: Specification &1 has no preferred component for alternative item group &2

What causes this issue?

In the composition of the specification &V1&, no preferred alternative
component is defined for the alternative position group &V2&.

System Response

The system did not select any component of the alternative position
group &V2&.

How to fix this error?

For each alternative position group, define a component as the preferred
component. Mark the component as the preferred alternative in the
composition.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHPRC_CPM_EXP_IMDS251 - Specification &1 has no preferred component for alternative item group &2 ?

  The SAP error message EHPRC_CPM_EXP_IMDS251 indicates that there is an issue with the specification in the context of the International Material Data System (IMDS) related to preferred components for an alternative item group. This error typically arises in the context of product compliance and material data management.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A specification (identified by &1) does not have a preferred component defined for a specific alternative item group (identified by &2).
  The system is trying to process or validate a material or product that requires a preferred component, but none is defined for the specified alternative item group.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Specification:
  
  Go to the specification identified by &1 in the SAP system.
  Verify if the specification is correctly set up and if it is intended to have a preferred component.
  
  
  
  Define Preferred Components:
  
  If the specification is missing preferred components, you need to define them.
  Navigate to the relevant configuration or master data area where you can assign preferred components to the specification for the alternative item group &2.
  
  
  
  Review Alternative Item Groups:
  
  Ensure that the alternative item group &2 is correctly defined and that it is supposed to have a preferred component.
  If necessary, update the alternative item group to include the correct preferred components.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to EHPRC (Environmental Health and Product Compliance) for additional context on managing specifications and preferred components.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  IMDS: The International Material Data System is a global database for the automotive industry to manage material compliance and reporting.
  Preferred Components: These are typically materials or components that are recommended for use in a specific context, often due to compliance, quality, or performance considerations.
  SAP EHPRC: This module focuses on environmental health and product compliance, helping organizations manage compliance with various regulations and standards.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and ensure that your specifications are correctly set up for compliance purposes.