How To Fix EHPRC_RCS171 - User def. text for property &1/ characteristic &2 not equal; expected: &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHPRC_RCS - REACH Compliance Messages

• Message number: 171

• Message text: User def. text for property &1/ characteristic &2 not equal; expected: &3

What causes this issue?

The user-defined text in database table <LS>TCG66</> for the property
&V1&/characteristic &V2& assignment is different from system table
<LS>EHPRCI_PAWM</>.

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 user-defined text in database table <LS>TCG66</> for the
property &V1&/characteristic &V2& assignment to &V3&.
<ZH>Note</>:
You can assign either a phrase set or a user-defined text to the
property &V1&/characteristic &V2& assignment; one of these values must
be blank.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHPRC_RCS171 - User def. text for property &1/ characteristic &2 not equal; expected: &3 ?

  The SAP error message EHPRC_RCS171 indicates that there is a mismatch between the expected and actual user-defined text for a specific property and characteristic in the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) or Product Compliance modules, where properties and characteristics are defined for materials or substances.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system expects a certain user-defined text for a property and characteristic combination, but the actual text provided does not match the expected value. This can happen due to:
  
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry when defining properties or characteristics.
  Configuration Issues: Misconfiguration in the settings for properties and characteristics.
  Changes in Definitions: Changes made to the definitions of properties or characteristics that have not been updated in all relevant places.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), inconsistencies may arise.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Definitions: Verify the definitions of the property and characteristic in the system. Ensure that the user-defined text matches the expected value.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Go to the configuration settings for the relevant module (EHS or Product Compliance) and check if the property and characteristic are correctly configured.
  
  
  Update User-Defined Text: If the user-defined text is incorrect, update it to match the expected value. This can usually be done in the relevant transaction (e.g., using transaction codes like CL02 for class maintenance).
  
  
  Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check to ensure that all related data is aligned. This may involve checking other related properties or characteristics.
  
  
  Transport Review: If the issue arose after a transport, review the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to EHPRC_RCS171 for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it seems to be a bug or a more complex issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CL02 (Class Maintenance), CL03 (Display Class), and others related to material management and EHS.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address this specific error.
  User Manuals: Review user manuals or training materials related to the configuration of properties and characteristics in SAP EHS.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.