How To Fix 5B042 - Evaluation path & has also been deleted from T77AW

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5B -

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Evaluation path & has also been deleted from T77AW

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5B042 - Evaluation path & has also been deleted from T77AW ?

  The SAP error message 5B042 indicates that an evaluation path has been deleted from the table T77AW. This table is part of the SAP HR (Human Resources) module and is used to define evaluation paths for various HR processes, such as organizational management.
  Cause:
  The error typically occurs when:
  
  An evaluation path that is being referenced in a program or transaction has been deleted from the system.
  There may be inconsistencies in the configuration or data related to organizational management.
  The evaluation path is being used in a report or transaction that expects it to be present.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Evaluation Paths:
  
  Go to transaction PPOME (or PPOSE) to check the existing evaluation paths.
  You can also use transaction OOCU to view and manage evaluation paths.
  
  
  
  Restore or Recreate the Evaluation Path:
  
  If the evaluation path was deleted accidentally, you may need to restore it from a backup or recreate it.
  To create a new evaluation path, you can use transaction OOCU and define the necessary relationships and nodes.
  
  
  
  Adjust Custom Programs:
  
  If you have custom programs or reports that reference the deleted evaluation path, you will need to update them to either remove the reference or point them to a valid evaluation path.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to evaluation paths for any specific instructions or guidelines.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the deletion was part of a transport request, ensure that the transport was correctly imported and that no other related objects were inadvertently deleted.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is affecting critical HR processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Evaluation Paths: These are used in SAP to define how different objects in the organizational structure are related to each other. They are crucial for various HR functionalities, including reporting and analysis.
  T77AW Table: This table contains the definitions of evaluation paths. Understanding its structure can help in troubleshooting related issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes like PPOME, PPOSE, and OOCU for managing organizational structures and evaluation paths.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and restore functionality related to evaluation paths in your SAP system.