How To Fix EHPRC_CPM_IMPORT140 - Cannot import file; Customizing entries for interface &1 missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHPRC_CPM_IMPORT - Import Messages

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Cannot import file; Customizing entries for interface &1 missing

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

The system does not import the file.

How to fix this error?

In the Customizing activity <LS>Specify Incoming Templates</>, check the
setting for the interface while maintaining the incoming template types.
Ensure that entries are made for the following fields:
<LS>Document Type</>
<LS>Application</>
<LS>Product Safety Document Type</>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHPRC_CPM_IMPORT140 - Cannot import file; Customizing entries for interface &1 missing ?

  The SAP error message EHPRC_CPM_IMPORT140 indicates that there is an issue with importing a file due to missing customizing entries for a specific interface. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module, particularly when dealing with the import of configuration or customizing data.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system attempts to import a file that requires certain customizing entries for a specified interface, but those entries are not found in the system. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Customizing Entries: The necessary customizing settings for the specified interface have not been created or have been deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the interface may not have been set up correctly, leading to missing dependencies.
  Transport Issues: If the customizing entries were supposed to be transported from another system (e.g., development to production), the transport might not have been executed correctly or might have failed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Customizing Entries:
  
  Go to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and check if the necessary entries for the specified interface exist.
  If they are missing, you may need to create them manually or transport them from another system where they exist.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the customizing entries were supposed to be transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful.
  If the transport failed, you may need to re-import the transport request or create a new one that includes the necessary customizing entries.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or notes related to the specific interface to understand what customizing entries are required.
  This can provide insights into what might be missing and how to set it up correctly.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that all dependencies for the interface are met. Sometimes, other customizing settings or configurations may be required for the interface to function properly.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on the specific context of your system and the error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), SE09/SE10 (Transport Organizer), and others that may help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message or the specific interface to find any known issues or patches that may address the problem.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message EHPRC_CPM_IMPORT140.