How To Fix EHPRC_CPM_IMPORT202 - Mat. category ref. object &1 does not match mat. category of object &2

EHPRC_CPM_IMPORT202 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHPRC_CPM_IMPORT - Import Messages

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Mat. category ref. object &1 does not match mat. category of object &2

What causes this issue?

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</>.
Example:
The material category of the object is a product that is defined with
the local ID <ZH>2</>. The reference ID <LS>LocalIDRef</> is located in
the element <LS> MaterialComponent</>. In this case, the material
category is a basic material. Neither entries match one another.

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?

Change the attribute <LS>localIDRef</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHPRC_CPM_IMPORT202 - Mat. category ref. object &1 does not match mat. category of object &2 ?

  The SAP error message EHPRC_CPM_IMPORT202 indicates a mismatch between the material category reference object and the material category of the object being processed. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module, particularly when dealing with product safety data or material management.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when the system attempts to import or process a material that has a reference object (like a material category) that does not align with the expected material category of the object being processed. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The material categories may not be correctly configured in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be inconsistencies in the data entered for the materials or reference objects.
  Changes in Material Master Data: If the material master data has been changed or updated, it may lead to mismatches.
  Import Process Issues: During data import, the mapping of material categories may not have been set