How To Fix 42820 - Title document in structure has no content

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 42 - Information Workbench

• Message number: 820

• Message text: Title document in structure has no content

What causes this issue?

The first content object of the structure has only a title and no other
text.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Write documentation or replace the content object with another content
object that contains information as well as the title.
To create documentation:
Mark the content object in the list displaying the incorrect content
objects.
Choose <LS>Info object</> -> <LS>Change contents</>.
You go to the Editor.
Write documentation and save your entries.
Go back.
The next time you start the check, the content object will no longer
appear in the list of check results.
RESET N1
To replace the incorrect content object, call online structure editing
and:
Place the cursor on the uppermost content object of the structure.
Choose <LS>Info object</> -> <LS>Replace</>.
Choose <LS>Use existing info object</>.
The <LS>Find Info Object</> dialog box appears.
Enter suitable search criteria and start the search.
From the search results list, select the content object that should
replace your title object and copy it.
The title object was replaced.
Save the structure.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 42820 - Title document in structure has no content ?

  The SAP error message "42820: Title document in structure has no content" typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a document in SAP that requires a title or header, but the title field is empty or not properly filled out. This error is often encountered in the context of document management systems or when working with structured documents in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Empty Title Field: The title field for the document is not filled in, which is mandatory for the document to be saved or processed.
  Incorrect Document Structure: The document structure may not be set up correctly, leading to issues with required fields.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary permissions to create or modify documents, which can lead to incomplete data being saved.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that require certain fields to be filled out before a document can be processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Fill in the Title Field: Ensure that the title field is filled in with appropriate content. This is usually a mandatory field, so it must not be left blank.
  Check Document Structure: Review the document structure to ensure that all required fields are correctly defined and filled out.
  Review User Permissions: Check if the user has the necessary permissions to create or modify documents. If not, contact your SAP administrator to adjust the permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with to understand the requirements for document creation.
  System Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that the system settings are correct and that there are no additional requirements for document creation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting document management issues, such as CV01N for creating documents or CV02N for changing documents.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the proper procedures for document creation and management within SAP to minimize errors.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.