How To Fix HSM_API017 - Enter hazard ratings for storage hazard type &1 in Customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HSM_API - HM: Hazardous Substance Master APIs

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Enter hazard ratings for storage hazard type &1 in Customizing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HSM_API017 - Enter hazard ratings for storage hazard type &1 in Customizing ?

  The SAP error message HSM_API017 indicates that there is a missing configuration related to hazard ratings for a specific storage hazard type in the Hazardous Substance Management (HSM) module. This error typically arises when the system expects hazard ratings to be defined for a particular storage hazard type, but they have not been set up in the Customizing settings.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  The required hazard ratings for the specified storage hazard type (denoted as &1 in the error message) have not been maintained in the system.
  The configuration for hazardous substances is incomplete or incorrect, leading to the inability of the system to process the relevant data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to perform the following steps:
  
  
  Access Customizing:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and navigate to the Customizing settings. You can do this by entering transaction code SPRO.
  
  
  
  Navigate to Hazardous Substance Management:
  
  Follow the path: Logistics ? Logistics General ? Hazardous Substance Management ? Define Hazard Ratings.
  
  
  
  Define Hazard Ratings:
  
  In the Define Hazard Ratings section, check if the hazard ratings for the specified storage hazard type are defined.
  If they are not defined, you will need to create new entries for the required hazard ratings. Make sure to include all necessary details such as the hazard type, rating, and any other relevant information.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the required information, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the changes, test the functionality that was previously causing the error to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or the specific documentation for Hazardous Substance Management for detailed guidance on configuring hazard ratings.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the Customizing settings.
  Transport Requests: If you are working in a development environment, remember to transport your changes to the quality and production environments as needed.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.