How To Fix EHPRC_CPM_REPORT013 - Invalid substance number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHPRC_CPM_REPORT - Messages for Reporting

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Invalid substance number

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHPRC_CPM_REPORT013 - Invalid substance number ?

  The SAP error message EHPRC_CPM_REPORT013: Invalid substance number typically occurs in the context of the SAP Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module, particularly when dealing with chemical substances in compliance management or reporting.
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Substance Number: The error indicates that the substance number you are trying to use does not exist in the system. This could be due to:
  
  Typographical errors when entering the substance number.
  The substance not being created or activated in the system.
  The substance being deleted or marked as inactive.
  The substance number being from a different client or system.
  
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the substance master data.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the substance data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Substance Number: Check the substance number you are entering for any typographical errors. Ensure that it is correctly formatted and complete.
  
  
  Check Substance Master Data:
  
  Go to the substance master data in SAP (transaction code C201 or C4).
  Search for the substance number to confirm its existence and status (active/inactive).
  If the substance does not exist, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Activate Substance: If the substance is not found, you may need to create a new substance or activate an existing one that is currently inactive.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run any relevant reports or transactions to check for data consistency in the substance master data.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and manage substance data. If not, contact your SAP security administrator.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to the EHS module for additional guidance on managing substances.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  C201: Create/Change Substance
  C4: Display Substance
  C1: Display Substance List
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  
  Training and Documentation: If you are new to the EHS module, consider undergoing training or reviewing documentation to better understand how to manage substances within SAP.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message EHPRC_CPM_REPORT013 and ensure that your substance data is correctly managed within the SAP system.