How To Fix /SAPCE/IURU_MES001 - Seal category does not exist. Run IMG tool and define it

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCE/IURU_MES -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Seal category does not exist. Run IMG tool and define it

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCE/IURU_MES001 - Seal category does not exist. Run IMG tool and define it ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCE/IURU_MES001 Seal category does not exist. Run IMG tool and define it typically indicates that the system is trying to access a seal category that has not been defined in the configuration settings. This error is often encountered in the context of the SAP Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module or related applications where seal categories are used for tracking and managing seals on containers or products.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The seal category that the system is trying to reference has not been created or configured in the system.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the data where the seal category is being referenced.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included or may have failed during the transport process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to define the missing seal category in the system using the Implementation Guide (IMG). Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the IMG:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Enter the transaction code SPRO and press Enter.
  Click on "SAP Reference IMG".
  
  
  
  Navigate to the Relevant Configuration:
  
  Depending on your specific SAP version and configuration, navigate to the relevant section for defining seal categories. This is typically found under:
  
  Logistics > Environment, Health and Safety > Product Safety > Seal Management > Define Seal Categories.
  
  
  
  
  
  Define a New Seal Category:
  
  In the "Define Seal Categories" section, you can create a new seal category by clicking on the "New Entries" button.
  Fill in the required fields, such as the seal category code and description.
  Save your changes.
  
  
  
  Check for Existing Categories:
  
  Before creating a new category, ensure that the seal category you are trying to use does not already exist with a different code or description.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After defining the seal category, test the functionality that was previously generating the error to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the IMG.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed instructions on seal management and related configurations.
  Transport Requests: If you are working in a development environment, remember to create a transport request for your changes to move them to the quality assurance or production environment.
  Consulting 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 EHS expert for further assistance.