How To Fix PFM_EA_PS190 - The Organic is invalid.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PFM_EA_PS -

• Message number: 190

• Message text: The Organic is invalid.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PFM_EA_PS190 - The Organic is invalid. ?

  The SAP error message PFM_EA_PS190: The Organic is invalid typically relates to issues in the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or Product Data Management (PDM) modules, particularly when dealing with organic materials or substances in the context of product formulations or specifications.
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Organic Substance: The error usually indicates that the organic substance or material being referenced in the system is not recognized or is invalid. This could be due to:
  
  The substance not being defined in the system.
  The substance being marked as inactive or obsolete.
  Incorrect data entry or typographical errors in the substance name or ID.
  
  
  
  Missing Master Data: The required master data for the organic substance may be missing or incomplete, leading to validation failures.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the organic substance from being processed correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Substance Definition:
  
  Verify that the organic substance is correctly defined in the system. Check the substance master data to ensure it exists and is active.
  If the substance is missing, you may need to create it in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Data Entry:
  
  Ensure that the organic substance is entered correctly in the relevant transaction or document. Look for any typographical errors or discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Activate Inactive Substances:
  
  If the substance is inactive, consider reactivating it if it is still relevant for your processes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines related to the use of organic substances in your SAP system to ensure compliance with internal and external standards.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to check if there are any configuration settings that need to be adjusted.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in managing substances, such as:
  
  C201: Create Material
  C202: Change Material
  C203: Display Material
  
  
  
  Master Data Management: Understanding how master data is managed in your SAP system can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly enter and manage organic substances in the system to minimize errors.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.