How To Fix EHSB_RC018 - Charac. &1 (parameter &2) is not assigned to value assignment type <&3>

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHSB_RC - Compliance Check

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Charac. &1 (parameter &2) is not assigned to value assignment type <&3>

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Check the assignment of the characteristic to the class in the
classification system.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHSB_RC018 - Charac. &1 (parameter &2) is not assigned to value assignment type <&3> ?

  The SAP error message EHSB_RC018 indicates that a characteristic (parameter &1) is not assigned to the specified value assignment type (&3). This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) when working with characteristics and value assignment types in the context of substance data or other related data management.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The characteristic you are trying to use is not properly configured or assigned to the value assignment type in the system.
  Missing Assignment: The characteristic may not have been assigned to the value assignment type in the customizing settings.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the characteristic is expected to be linked to a specific value assignment type but is not.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the customizing settings in SAP (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for EHS and check the configuration for characteristics and value assignment types.
  Ensure that the characteristic in question is assigned to the correct value assignment type.
  
  
  
  Assign Characteristic:
  
  If the characteristic is not assigned, you will need to assign it to the value assignment type.
  This can typically be done in the customizing settings under the relevant EHS area (e.g., substance data management).
  
  
  
  Review Data Entry:
  
  If you are entering data, double-check that you are using the correct characteristic and value assignment type.
  Ensure that the data you are trying to enter is valid for the selected value assignment type.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to EHS for more detailed guidance on characteristics and value assignment types.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP EHS expert for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SPRO: Customizing settings
  EHS: Environment, Health, and Safety modules
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Training: Consider training or workshops on SAP EHS to better understand the configuration and management of characteristics and value assignment types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.