How To Fix CATS_ESA013 - No value help for specified field &1 available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CATS_ESA - Messages for ESA CATS Services

• Message number: 013

• Message text: No value help for specified field &1 available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CATS_ESA013 - No value help for specified field &1 available ?

  The SAP error message CATS_ESA013 indicates that there is no value help available for the specified field in the Cross-Application Time Sheet (CATS) module. This typically occurs when the system is unable to retrieve the necessary data for a field that is expected to have a list of possible values (value help).
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The field may not be properly configured in the system, leading to the absence of value help.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data related to the field.
  Data Not Maintained: The underlying data for the field may not be maintained in the system, resulting in no available values.
  Custom Development: If there are custom fields or enhancements, they may not have been implemented correctly to provide value help.
  System Errors: There could be temporary issues with the SAP system or database that prevent the retrieval of values.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Verify the configuration settings for the field in question. Ensure that the field is set up correctly in the relevant customizing transactions.
  Maintain Data: Ensure that the necessary master data or configuration data is maintained in the system for the field.
  Authorization Check: Confirm that the user has the appropriate authorizations to view the data related to the field.
  Debugging: If you have access to technical resources, consider debugging the program to identify where the value help is being called and why it is failing.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific field or module to see if there are known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it appears to be a system error or bug.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to check relevant transaction codes such as CATS or SE11 (Data Dictionary) to investigate the field definitions and data elements.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to CATS and the specific field to see if there are any patches or updates that address the issue.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or other user groups for similar issues and potential solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the CATS_ESA013 error message.