How To Fix EHPRC_CPM_IMPORT200 - Reference object &1 not available in the XML (material category: &2)

EHPRC_CPM_IMPORT200 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHPRC_CPM_IMPORT - Import Messages

• Message number: 200

• Message text: Reference object &1 not available in the XML (material category: &2)

What causes this issue?

A local reference was defined in the XML using the attribute
<LS>LocalIDRef</>. However, the referenced object is not available.
Products consist of products, mass materials, materials, and pure
substances. All subordinate components are defined in the XML and given
a <LS>LocalID</>. In the composition, the components are mentioned using
the attribute <LS>LocalIDRef</>.

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?

Add the missing object (product, material, pure substance) to the XML.
The components are in the XML under the element <LS>ProductComponents
</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHPRC_CPM_IMPORT200 - Reference object &1 not available in the XML (material category: &2) ?

  The SAP error message EHPRC_CPM_IMPORT200 typically occurs during the import of data related to the EH&S (Environment, Health, and Safety) module, specifically when dealing with product safety data or material data. The error indicates that a reference object (like a material or substance) is not available in the XML file being processed, which is essential for the import operation.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Reference Object: The reference object specified in the error message (denoted as &1) is not present in the XML file. This could be due to an incomplete or incorrect XML file.
  Incorrect Material Category: The material category specified (denoted as &2) may not match the expected categories in the system, leading to the inability to find the reference object.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data being imported, such as missing dependencies or relationships between objects.
  
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to recognize the reference object or