How To Fix EHPRC_CPM_IMDS135 - Select preferred alternative position for &1

EHPRC_CPM_IMDS135 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHPRC_CPM_IMDS - Messages for Checks

• Message number: 135

• Message text: Select preferred alternative position for &1

What causes this issue?

Alternative BOS position exist for part &v1& (specification &v2&), but
none is defined as preferred. You can only generate an IMDS material
data sheet, if you report just one alternative in a BOS position.

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?

In the Compliance Workbench, select one alternative BOS position as
preferred.

Procedure for System Administrators

INCLUDE EHPRC_CPM_CHECK OBJECT DOKU ID TX
IMDS 2135.
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_IMDS135 - Select preferred alternative position for &1 ?

  The SAP error message EHPRC_CPM_IMDS135, which states "Select preferred alternative position for &1," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module, particularly when dealing with product compliance and material data management.
  
  Cause:
  This error message usually arises when there are multiple alternative positions for a specific material or component, and the system requires the user to select a preferred alternative. The error indicates that the system cannot proceed until a preferred alternative is specified.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Material/Component: Check the material or component associated with the error message (indicated by &1 in the message).
  
  
  Access the Relevant Transaction: Navigate to the relevant transaction in SAP where you can manage the material or component data. This could be in the IMDS (International Material Data System) or a related EHS transaction.
  
  
  Review Alternative Positions: Look for a section that lists alternative positions for the material. This