How To Fix EHPRC_RCS_UEC005 - Cannot translate the subst-ID into the int. key (RECN)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHPRC_RCS_UEC - Messages for Use Collection

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Cannot translate the subst-ID into the int. key (RECN)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHPRC_RCS_UEC005 - Cannot translate the subst-ID into the int. key (RECN) ?

  The SAP error message EHPRC_RCS_UEC005 indicates that the system is unable to translate a substance ID (substance identifier) into an internal key (RECN - Record Number). This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) or Product Compliance modules, where substances and their identifiers are managed.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Substance Data: The substance ID you are trying to use may not exist in the system or may not be properly defined.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the substance management settings in SAP.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing links between the substance ID and its corresponding internal key.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the substance data.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the substance data may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Substance Definition: Verify that the substance ID exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., CBI1 for substance information) and checking if the substance is defined.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for substance management is correctly set up. This may involve checking the customizing settings in SPRO.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks to identify any discrepancies in the substance data. This may involve using transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) to check for related logs.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and manage substance data. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG.
  Transport Validation: If the issue arose after a transport, validate that all necessary data was included in the transport request and that it was successfully imported into the target system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CBI1 (Substance Management), CBI2 (Substance Data), and SLG1 (Application Log).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to substance management and error handling in the EHS module for further insights.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.