How To Fix HSM_API024 - Storage hazard type &2 is not assigned to country or region &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Storage hazard type &2 is not assigned to country or region &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

You cannot assign a hazard rating to the current data record for the
storage hazard type &V2&.

How to fix this error?

If you want to specify the hazard rating &V1& as storage hazard type
&V2&, notify your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

In Customizing for the <LS>Hazardous Substance Master</>, define the
storage hazard type &V2&.
Assign the hazard rating &V1& to the storage hazard type &V2&.
Assign the storage hazard type &V2& to the country or region &V3&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HSM_API024 - Storage hazard type &2 is not assigned to country or region &3 ?

  The SAP error message HSM_API024 indicates that a specific storage hazard type is not assigned to the specified country or region. This error typically arises in the context of handling hazardous materials within the SAP system, particularly when using the Hazardous Substance Management (HSM) module.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A storage hazard type (e.g., a classification for hazardous materials) is referenced in a transaction or process.
  The system checks for the assignment of this storage hazard type to a specific country or region.
  The assignment is missing, leading to the error message.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the storage hazard type is correctly assigned to the relevant country or region in the SAP system. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Logistics -> General -> Dangerous Goods Management -> Basic Data -> Define Storage Hazard Types.
  
  
  
  Check Assignments:
  
  In the configuration settings, check if the storage hazard type in question is assigned to the appropriate country or region.
  If it is not assigned, you will need to create a new assignment.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Assignment:
  
  If necessary, create a new entry to assign the storage hazard type to the relevant country or region.
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save your configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  Go back to the transaction that triggered the error and test to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Hazardous Substance Management for more detailed information on managing hazardous materials and configuring related settings.
  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 problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.