How To Fix EHPRC_CPM_IMDS141 - Disclose confidential substance &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHPRC_CPM_IMDS - Messages for Checks

• Message number: 141

• Message text: Disclose confidential substance &1

What causes this issue?

The pure substance &V1& is marked as <LS>Confidential</> in the
composition of a basic material or surface. This pure substance is
listed according to either GADSL or REACH-SVHC, or both regulations.
Listed substances must not be marked as confidential and have to be
disclosed.
One of the following reasons issues this message:
You have marked a listed substance as confidential in the composition of
a basic material or surface.
You have received and imported a supplier MDS that references a
confidential listed substance.
You have already released a material MDS with the confidential
substance. Due to a regulatory change, the substance &V1& is now
regulated according to either GADSL or REACH-SVHC, or both. Now the
released material MDS requires an update.

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?

Carry out one of the following activities:
Reject the received supplier MDS and ask for an updated version.
In the composition of the basic material or surface, disclose the pure
substance by changing the composition type. Resend an updated MDS to
your customers.

Procedure for System Administrators

INCLUDE EHPRC_CPM_CHECK OBJECT DOKU ID TX
IMDS 2141.
INCLUDE EHPRC_IMDS_MESSAGE_WORDING OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHPRC_CPM_IMDS141 - Disclose confidential substance &1 ?

  The SAP error message EHPRC_CPM_IMDS141, which states "Disclose confidential substance &1," typically occurs in the context of compliance management, particularly when dealing with materials data and substance disclosures in the IMDS (International Material Data System). This error indicates that there is a confidential substance in the material that needs to be disclosed according to regulatory requirements.
  Cause:
  
  Confidential Substance: The error is triggered when a material contains a substance that is marked as confidential, and the system requires that this substance be disclosed for compliance purposes.
  Regulatory Compliance: The system is enforcing compliance with regulations that require the disclosure of certain substances, even if they are marked as confidential in the material data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Material Data: Check the material data in the system to identify the confidential substance that is causing the error. You can do this by navigating to the material in question and reviewing its composition.
  Update Substance Status: If the substance can be disclosed, update its status in the system to allow for disclosure. This may involve changing the confidentiality status or providing the necessary documentation to support the disclosure.
  Consult Regulatory Guidelines: Ensure that you are aware of the regulatory requirements regarding the disclosure of confidential substances. This may involve consulting with legal or compliance teams to understand what can be disclosed and what cannot.
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide specific guidance based on your system configuration and the nature of the substances involved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  IMDS Compliance: Familiarize yourself with the IMDS guidelines and the specific requirements for disclosing substances. This is crucial for ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation related to EHPRC (Environment, Health, and Safety) and compliance management for more detailed information on handling confidential substances.
  Training: Consider training for users involved in material compliance to ensure they understand how to manage confidential substances and the implications of non-compliance.
  
  By addressing the cause of the error and following the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the EHPRC_CPM_IMDS141 error effectively.