How To Fix /SEHS/DG_CHECK036 - No countries are assigned to validity area &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SEHS/DG_CHECK -

• Message number: 036

• Message text: No countries are assigned to validity area &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SEHS/DG_CHECK036 - No countries are assigned to validity area &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SEHS/DG_CHECK036 No countries are assigned to validity area &1 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module, particularly when dealing with data governance or compliance checks. This error indicates that there are no countries assigned to a specific validity area, which is necessary for the system to perform certain checks or processes.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The validity area specified in the error message does not have any countries assigned to it in the system configuration.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an oversight during the setup of the validity area, leading to the omission of country assignments.
  Changes in Business Requirements: If the business requirements have changed, the validity area may need to be updated to reflect the current operational regions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Validity Area Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the validity area in the SAP EHS module.
  Ensure that the validity area in question has the appropriate countries assigned to it.
  
  
  
  Assign Countries:
  
  If countries are not assigned, you will need to add them. This can typically be done through the following steps:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., SPRO).
  Navigate to the section for EHS and find the settings for validity areas.
  Edit the validity area and assign the necessary countries.
  
  
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult the SAP documentation or help files related to EHS and validity areas for specific instructions on how to configure these settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (for configuration) and others specific to EHS.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that your validity areas are correctly configured within the SAP EHS module.