How To Fix EC442 - Pushbutton setting is a customer object; no original exists

EC442 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EC - Development environment: Menu Painter

• Message number: 442

• Message text: Pushbutton setting is a customer object; no original exists

What causes this issue?

The pushbutton settings were created in a customer system. Therefore,
no original version of the settings can be displayed.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EC442 - Pushbutton setting is a customer object; no original exists ?

  The SAP error message EC442, which states "Pushbutton setting is a customer object; no original exists," typically occurs in the context of customizing or configuring SAP applications, particularly when dealing with user interface elements like pushbuttons in transaction screens.
  
  Cause:
  
  Custom Object: The error indicates that the pushbutton setting you are trying to access or modify is a custom object created by a customer (i.e., it is not part of the standard SAP delivery). This means that there is no original version of this object in the standard SAP system.
  Missing Original: The system is unable to find the original settings or configuration for the pushbutton because it was either deleted, not properly transported, or never existed in the standard version.
  Transport Issues: If the custom object was supposed to be transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport process.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Customization: Verify the