How To Fix /SCTM/EHS_DG018 - Item &1 does not contain a dangerous goods indicator profile

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCTM/EHS_DG -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Item &1 does not contain a dangerous goods indicator profile

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCTM/EHS_DG018 - Item &1 does not contain a dangerous goods indicator profile ?

  The SAP error message /SCTM/EHS_DG018 Item &1 does not contain a dangerous goods indicator profile typically occurs in the context of handling dangerous goods in SAP, particularly when using the SAP EHS (Environment, Health, and Safety) module. This error indicates that the item specified (represented by &1) does not have a dangerous goods indicator profile assigned to it, which is necessary for the system to process it as a dangerous good.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Dangerous Goods Profile: The item in question has not been assigned a dangerous goods indicator profile in the material master data.
  Incorrect Material Type: The material type may not be configured to handle dangerous goods.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the material master or related configuration settings.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record for the item in question (transaction code MM03).
  Check the "Basic Data" and "EHS"