How To Fix /SEHS/BA_MISC1728 - Symbol group & is not allowed for symbol type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SEHS/BA_MISC1 -

• Message number: 728

• Message text: Symbol group & is not allowed for symbol type &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SEHS/BA_MISC1728 - Symbol group & is not allowed for symbol type & ?

  The SAP error message /SEHS/BA_MISC1728 Symbol group & is not allowed for symbol type & typically occurs in the context of SAP's Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module, particularly when dealing with symbol groups and symbol types in the context of safety data sheets or other related documents.
  Cause:
  This error message indicates that there is a mismatch between the symbol group and the symbol type being used. Specifically, it means that the symbol group you are trying to use is not compatible with the symbol type defined in the system. This can happen due to:
  
  Configuration Issues: The symbol group may not be properly configured to be used with the specified symbol type.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a mistake in the data entry where an incorrect symbol group is assigned to a symbol type.
  Missing Customization: The necessary customization or settings for the symbol group and type may not have been set up in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the EHS module and verify the settings for symbol groups and symbol types.
  Ensure that the symbol group you are trying to use is indeed allowed for the specified symbol type.
  
  
  
  Review Data Entries:
  
  Check the specific entries where the error occurred. Make sure that the symbol group assigned is valid for the symbol type.
  If necessary, correct any data entry mistakes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the EHS module for guidance on the correct usage of symbol groups and types.
  
  
  
  Customizing Symbol Groups:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you may need to customize the symbol groups to allow for the desired symbol types. This can usually be done in the SPRO transaction under the EHS settings.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (for configuration) and SE11 (for data dictionary) to check the definitions of symbol groups and types.
  SAP Notes: Look for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.