How To Fix EHSB_RC165 - Invalid value from Customizing, area "Selection of Constraints"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHSB_RC - Compliance Check

• Message number: 165

• Message text: Invalid value from Customizing, area "Selection of Constraints"

What causes this issue?

The system determined the parameters for selecting the constraints from
the data that was entered in Customizing. One or more of these
parameters is invalid.

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?

Check the following settings:
Customizing for Product Safety and Stewardship: Choose <LS>Basic Data
and Tools</> -> <LS>Compliance Check</> ->
<DS:SIMG.EHSBC_RC_FIPARA>Set Up Parameters for Selecting Constraints
and Constraint Validity</>
Classification system:
On the <LS>SAP Easy Access</> screen, choose<LS> Cross-Application
Components</> -><LS> Classification System</> -> <LS>Master Data</> ->
<DS:TRAN.CT04>Characteristics</> or <DS:TRAN.CL02>Classes</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHSB_RC165 - Invalid value from Customizing, area "Selection of Constraints" ?

  The SAP error message EHSB_RC165, which indicates "Invalid value from Customizing, area 'Selection of Constraints'," typically arises in the context of SAP Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module when there is an issue with the configuration settings related to constraints in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The error often occurs when there are invalid or missing entries in the customizing settings for the selection of constraints. This could be due to incorrect configuration in the EHS module.
  Data Integrity: If the data being processed does not match the expected values defined in the customizing settings, this error can be triggered.
  Version Mismatch: Sometimes, the error can arise if there are discrepancies between the version of the customizing settings and the version of the data being processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Navigate to the customizing settings for the EHS module (Transaction SPRO).
  Look for the area related to "Selection of Constraints" and verify that all required entries are correctly defined.
  Ensure that the values configured are valid and correspond to the expected data types and formats.
  
  
  
  Validate Data:
  
  Review the data that is being processed when the error occurs. Ensure that it adheres to the constraints defined in the customizing settings.
  If necessary, correct any invalid data entries.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport request, ensure that all related customizing settings were transported correctly and that there are no missing dependencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the EHS module for any specific guidelines or known issues regarding the "Selection of Constraints."
  
  
  
  SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide additional insights or patches if it is a known issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), EHS-related transactions, and any specific transaction that might be triggering the error.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to EHSB_RC165 in the SAP Support Portal for any updates or patches that may address this issue.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.