How To Fix EHPRC_CPM_IMPORT147 - Material category &1 does not match specification, category &2 (SUBID &3)

EHPRC_CPM_IMPORT147 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHPRC_CPM_IMPORT - Import Messages

• Message number: 147

• Message text: Material category &1 does not match specification, category &2 (SUBID &3)

What causes this issue?

The import file contains a specification ID that does not match the
material category &V1&. The material category is assigned to the segment
fields in Customizing.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Ensure that the settings for the material category and segment fields in
the Customizing activity <LS>Specify Incoming Templates</> are correct.

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_IMPORT147 - Material category &1 does not match specification, category &2 (SUBID &3) ?

  The SAP error message EHPRC_CPM_IMPORT147 indicates a mismatch between the material category of a material being imported and the expected material category defined in the specification. This error typically occurs during the import of material data into the SAP system, particularly in the context of EH&S (Environment, Health, and Safety) or Product Compliance Management.
  
  Cause:
  
  Material Category Mismatch: The material you are trying to import has a different category than what is defined in the specification. For example, if the specification is set for a certain category (e.g., chemical, raw material), but the material being imported belongs to a different category, this error will occur.
  Incorrect Specification: The specification itself may be incorrectly set up or may not be aligned with the material categories that are being used in your organization.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be typographical errors or incorrect data entries in the material master or specification data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Category: Verify the