How To Fix EHPRC_CPM_IMDS022 - Add a name for basic material &1 in English

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHPRC_CPM_IMDS - Messages for Checks

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Add a name for basic material &1 in English

What causes this issue?

The basic material or surface &v1& needs a name in English to fulfills
IMDS criteria. This name does not exist.

System Response

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

INCLUDE EHPRC_IMDS_MESSAGE_RESPONSE OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

Start the specification workbench and enter the English name as an
identifier in the specification &v1&.
The English name for basic material or surface belongs to identifier
category &v2&, type &v3&.
Instead of entering a language dependent name in English, you can also
enter a language independent name.
Note: Entering the name in other languages is optional.

Procedure for System Administrators

You can change the identifier or the value assignment type, which stores
the name of basic and surface materials, in environment parameter
<LS>ATTR_MATERIAL_NAME</> in the Customizing activity <LS>Specify IMDS
Material Data Sheet Variables.</>
INCLUDE EHPRC_CPM_CHECK OBJECT DOKU ID TX
IMDS 2022.
INCLUDE EHPRC_IMDS_MESSAGE_WORDING OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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_IMDS022 - Add a name for basic material &1 in English ?

  The SAP error message EHPRC_CPM_IMDS022 indicates that a basic material in the system is missing an English name. This error typically arises in the context of managing materials and their associated data in the SAP Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module, particularly when dealing with the International Material Data System (IMDS).
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the system requires a name for the basic material in English, and it has not been provided. This is often necessary for compliance with international standards and for proper communication in global supply chains.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to provide an English name for the basic material in question. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Basic Material Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code related to material management (e.g., MM02 for changing material data).
  Enter the material number that is causing the error.
  
  
  
  Navigate to the Basic Data View:
  
  In the material master, navigate to the Basic Data view or the relevant view where the material name is defined.
  
  
  
  Enter the English Name:
  
  Find the field for the material name (often labeled as "Material Description" or similar).
  Enter the required name in English.
  
  
  
  Save the Changes:
  
  After entering the name, save your changes to the material master.
  
  
  
  Recheck the IMDS Submission:
  
  If this error occurred during an IMDS submission, try to submit the data again after making the changes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Master Data: Ensure that all required fields in the material master are filled out correctly, as missing information can lead to various errors.
  Language Settings: Check the language settings in your SAP system to ensure that English is set as a language option for the relevant users.
  Compliance Requirements: Familiarize yourself with the compliance requirements for materials in your industry, as this can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional guidance or updates related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.