How To Fix EHPRC_CPM_GENERAL053 - Inactive instance exists for specification &1, property &2

EHPRC_CPM_GENERAL053 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHPRC_CPM_GENERAL - General Messages

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Inactive instance exists for specification &1, property &2

What causes this issue?

An inactive instance exists. The property is configured to only allow
one instance. Inactive instances cannot be used.

System Response

The sysetm does not execute the action.

How to fix this error?

Delete or activate the inactive instance.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

EHPRC_CPM_GENERAL053 - Details

• The SAP error message EHPRC_CPM_GENERAL053 indicates that there is an inactive instance for a specification and property in the context of SAP's Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module, specifically related to the Chemical Product Management (CPM) component. This error typically arises when the system is trying to access or process a specification or property that is not currently active.
  
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Specification or Property: The specification or property referenced in the error message is inactive. This can happen if the specification was deactivated or if it has not been properly activated after being created or modified.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data where the system is trying to reference an inactive instance.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or activate the specification or property.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Specification/Property:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., using transaction codes like CPE1 for specifications).
  Check the status of