How To Fix /SEHS/DG_DGA407 - Real substance &1: value assignment type &2 not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SEHS/DG_DGA -

• Message number: 407

• Message text: Real substance &1: value assignment type &2 not active

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SEHS/DG_DGA407 - Real substance &1: value assignment type &2 not active ?

  The SAP error message /SEHS/DG_DGA407 indicates that there is an issue with the value assignment type for a real substance in the context of SAP's Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module. Specifically, it means that the value assignment type you are trying to use for the specified real substance is not active.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Value Assignment Type: The value assignment type (indicated by &2 in the error message) is not activated in the system for the specified real substance (indicated by &1).
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the EHS module where the value assignment type has not been properly set up or activated.
  Data Entry Errors: There could be a mistake in the data entry where an incorrect or non-active value assignment type is being referenced.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Value Assignment Type:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in the SAP EHS module.
  Navigate to the relevant area where value assignment types are managed.
  Check if the value assignment type in question is inactive. If it is, activate it.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the value assignment type is correctly configured for the real substance you are working with.
  Verify that all necessary settings and dependencies are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Review Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the data entry for the real substance and ensure that the correct value assignment type is being used.
  If you are using a custom or user-defined value assignment type, ensure that it has been properly defined and activated.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on managing value assignment types in the EHS module.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  EHS Module: The Environment, Health, and Safety module in SAP is used for managing compliance with environmental regulations, workplace safety, and health standards.
  Value Assignment Types: These are used to define how specific data is assigned to substances in the EHS module, including properties like concentration, physical state, and other relevant characteristics.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP for managing EHS data, such as C223 for value assignment types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the value assignment type is active for the specified real substance.