How To Fix EHPRC_CPM_TASK218 - Cannot get new item number (error: &1)

EHPRC_CPM_TASK218 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHPRC_CPM_TASK - Messages for Tracker

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Cannot get new item number (error: &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHPRC_CPM_TASK218 - Cannot get new item number (error: &1) ?

  The SAP error message EHPRC_CPM_TASK218 Cannot get new item number (error: &1) typically occurs in the context of the SAP EH&S (Environment, Health, and Safety) module, particularly when dealing with product safety data or related tasks. This error indicates that the system is unable to generate a new item number for a specific task, which can be due to various reasons.
  Possible Causes:
  
  
  Number Range Issues: The number range for the item numbers may not be properly defined or may have been exhausted. This can happen if the number range is not set up correctly in the configuration or if the maximum limit has been reached.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or access the item numbers.
  
  
  Configuration Errors: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to the EH&S module, particularly in the area of item number generation.
  
  
  System Errors: There could be temporary system issues or