How To Fix /SEHS/BA_MISC1405 - Symbol &1: Regulatory list &2 is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SEHS/BA_MISC1 -

• Message number: 405

• Message text: Symbol &1: Regulatory list &2 is not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SEHS/BA_MISC1405 - Symbol &1: Regulatory list &2 is not defined ?

  The SAP error message /SEHS/BA_MISC1405 Symbol &1: Regulatory list &2 is not defined typically indicates that the system is trying to reference a regulatory list that has not been defined or configured in the system. This error is often encountered in the context of compliance management, especially when dealing with hazardous materials or regulatory reporting.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The regulatory list that the system is trying to access has not been created or configured in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Symbol Reference: The symbol or identifier used to reference the regulatory list may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, the regulatory lists may not have been transferred correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the regulatory list.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define the Regulatory List:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area in SAP (usually under the Environment, Health, and Safety module).
  Create or define the regulatory list that is missing. This typically involves specifying the list name, type, and any relevant details.
  
  
  
  Check Symbol Reference:
  
  Verify that the symbol &1 and regulatory list &2 are correctly referenced in the configuration or transaction you are using.
  Ensure that there are no typographical errors in the identifiers.
  
  
  
  Data Migration Review:
  
  If the error occurred after a data migration, review the migration process to ensure that all necessary regulatory lists were included and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the regulatory list.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring regulatory lists in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on your SAP version, you may need to use specific transaction codes to access the configuration settings for regulatory lists.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the configuration and ensuring that the regulatory list is defined correctly, you should be able to resolve the error message.