How To Fix EHPRC_CPM_TASK186 - Item cannot have more than one data file attachment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHPRC_CPM_TASK - Messages for Tracker

• Message number: 186

• Message text: Item cannot have more than one data file attachment

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHPRC_CPM_TASK186 - Item cannot have more than one data file attachment ?

  The SAP error message EHPRC_CPM_TASK186 indicates that an item in the system cannot have more than one data file attachment. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) or Product Compliance Management (PCM) modules, where documents and attachments are often associated with specific items or tasks.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is an attempt to attach multiple files to a single item or task that is restricted to only one attachment. This restriction is usually defined in the system configuration or business rules governing the specific item type or task.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Attachments: Verify if there is already an attachment associated with the item. If there is, you may need to remove the existing attachment before adding a new one.
  
  
  Remove Existing Attachment:
  
  Navigate to the item or task in question.
  Locate the existing attachment and delete it if it is no longer needed.
  
  
  
  Add New Attachment: After removing the existing attachment, you can proceed to attach the new file.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you believe that multiple attachments should be allowed for this item type, consult with your SAP administrator or technical team to review the configuration settings. They may need to adjust the settings to allow multiple attachments if that aligns with your business requirements.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources specific to your version of SAP EHS or PCM for additional guidance on attachment limitations and configurations.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context on attachment handling in your version of SAP.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that your user role has the necessary permissions to manage attachments, as restrictions may also be related to user roles.
  System Updates: If this issue is new and has not occurred before, consider whether any recent updates or changes to the system configuration might have introduced this limitation.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.