How To Fix HRBEN00TABLEREADS029 - No text for date type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRBEN00TABLEREADS - Error Messages for Benefits - Table Read Routines

• Message number: 029

• Message text: No text for date type &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRBEN00TABLEREADS029 - No text for date type & ?

  The SAP error message HRBEN00TABLEREADS029 with the description "No text for date type &" typically occurs in the context of the SAP HR (Human Resources) module, particularly when dealing with benefits or related date types. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a corresponding text or description for a specific date type that is being referenced.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Text Entries: The most common cause of this error is that there are no text entries defined for the specified date type in the relevant configuration tables.
  Incorrect Configuration: The date type may not be properly configured in the system, leading to the absence of associated texts.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data or configuration that prevent the system from retrieving the necessary text.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Text Entries:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area in SAP where date types are defined (usually in the IMG under Personnel Administration or Benefits).
  Verify that there are text entries for the date type in question. If not, you will need to create them.
  
  
  
  Maintain Texts:
  
  Use transaction code SM30 or SM31 to access the table maintenance view for the relevant text table (e.g., T5B0A for benefits).
  Add the missing text for the date type.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the date type is correctly configured in the system. Check the settings in the relevant infotypes or configuration nodes.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP HR functional consultant to review the configuration.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arises after a transport, ensure that all necessary transport requests have been moved correctly and that no objects are missing.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the functionality again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), SPRO (SAP Reference IMG), and SM30/SM31 (Table Maintenance).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring date types and maintaining texts.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message HRBEN00TABLEREADS029 and ensure that the necessary text for the date type is available in the system.