How To Fix EHPRC_CPM_IMDS099 - Replace hidden MDS or hidden pure substance &1 in &2

EHPRC_CPM_IMDS099 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHPRC_CPM_IMDS - Messages for Checks

• Message number: 099

• Message text: Replace hidden MDS or hidden pure substance &1 in &2

The product (specification &V2&) is linked to a marked-as-hidden MDS or
it contains the hidden pure substance &V1&.
Note:
IMDS Steering Committee materials that have been replaced by a more
current version can be <ZK>hidden</>. A hidden material remains valid
and does not generate a warning or error when referenced in existing
MDSs, but they cannot be found anymore in searches for further
referencing.
Do not use hidden materials in new MDSs. If you use them, the system
returns an error.

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?

Depending of the data, execute one or both correction steps:
In the compliance workbench, replace the hidden MDS in the composition
of the product with an MDS that is not marked as hidden.
In the substance workbench, replace the hidden pure substance.

Procedure for System Administrators

INCLUDE EHPRC_CPM_CHECK OBJECT DOKU ID TX
IMDS 2099.
INCLUDE EHPRC_IMDS_MESSAGE_WORDING OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHPRC_CPM_IMDS099 - Replace hidden MDS or hidden pure substance &1 in &2 ?

  The SAP error message EHPRC_CPM_IMDS099 typically relates to issues with Material Data Sheets (MDS) in the context of compliance management, particularly when dealing with hidden substances in the IMDS (International Material Data System). This error indicates that there is a hidden MDS or a hidden pure substance that needs to be replaced or addressed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Hidden Substances: The error usually arises when there are substances in the material that are marked as hidden, which may not comply with regulatory requirements or internal policies.
  Compliance Issues: The system may have detected that the hidden substances are not allowed or need to be disclosed for compliance with regulations such as REACH, RoHS, etc.
  Data Integrity: There may be inconsistencies or issues with the data integrity of the MDS, leading to the need for replacement.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify Hidden Substances: Review the MDS to identify which substances are marked as hidden. This can typically be done through the SAP interface