How To Fix EAMS_BO042 - Task list &1 &2 &3 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EAMS_BO - Business Object Layer

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Task list &1 &2 &3 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EAMS_BO042 - Task list &1 &2 &3 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message EAMS_BO042 indicates that a specific task list does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) or SAP Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) when trying to access or execute a task list that has not been defined or has been deleted.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Task List: The task list you are trying to access may not have been created or may have been deleted.
  Incorrect Task List Number: The task list number you are using may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or execute the task list.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database or issues with the data transport that led to the task list not being available.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Task List Existence:
  
  Check if the task list exists in the system by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., IL01 for creating task lists, IL02 for changing, or IL03 for displaying).
  Use the correct task list number and ensure it is entered correctly.
  
  
  
  Create or Restore Task List:
  
  If the task list does not exist, you may need to create it using the appropriate transaction (e.g., IL01).
  If it was deleted, check if it can be restored from a backup or if it needs to be recreated.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the task list. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult with Technical Support:
  
  If the task list should exist and you are still encountering issues, consult with your SAP Basis or technical support team to check for any underlying database issues or inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the task list was recently transported from another system, ensure that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IL01 (Create Task List), IL02 (Change Task List), and IL03 (Display Task List).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for task lists in the context of Plant Maintenance or EAM for further understanding and best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EAMS_BO042 error and implement a solution.