How To Fix EHSB_RC020 - Cannot determine status definition

EHSB_RC020 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHSB_RC - Compliance Check

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Cannot determine status definition

What causes this issue?

The BAdI BADI_EHSB_RC_STATUS_DEF has not been implemented or returns an
error.

System Response

The BAdI cannot determine the status definition. The system terminates
the compliance check.

How to fix this error?

Check the implementation of the BAdI BADI_EHSB_RC_STATUS_DEF.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHSB_RC020 - Cannot determine status definition ?

  The SAP error message EHSB_RC020: "Cannot determine status definition" typically occurs in the context of SAP Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module, particularly when dealing with regulatory compliance or status management of hazardous materials or substances.
  
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons, including:
  
  
  Missing Status Definition: The system cannot find a status definition for the specific object or transaction you are trying to process. This could be due to a configuration issue or missing entries in the relevant tables.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The status management configuration in the EHS module may not be set up correctly. This includes missing or incorrect entries in the status definition tables.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the status definitions, leading to this error.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the status definitions, such as missing links between the status and the objects they are supposed