How To Fix HRDSYS536 - Table &1 has no text table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRDSYS - Messages for HR documentation system

• Message number: 536

• Message text: Table &1 has no text table

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRDSYS536 - Table &1 has no text table ?

  The SAP error message HRDSYS536 indicates that a specific table (denoted as &1) does not have an associated text table. This error typically arises in the context of Human Resources (HR) modules when the system expects to find a text table for a particular data table but cannot locate it.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Text Table: The primary cause of this error is that the table in question does not have a corresponding text table defined in the system. Text tables are used to store language-dependent descriptions or texts for entries in the main table.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues where the text table was not created or linked properly during the setup of the HR module.
  Custom Development: If the table is a custom table, it may not have been designed with a text table in mind, or the text table may not have been created.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Table Definition: Verify the definition of the table in the Data Dictionary (SE11). Ensure that the text table is defined and linked correctly.
  Create Text Table: If the text table does not exist, you may need to create it. This involves:
  
  Creating a new table that will serve as the text table.
  Defining the necessary fields, including a key field that matches the main table.
  Ensuring that the language field is included to support multilingual texts.
  
  
  Link Text Table: After creating the text table, link it to the main table in the Data Dictionary. This can be done by specifying the text table in the main table's properties.
  Check Custom Code: If the error arises from custom development, review the code to ensure it correctly references the text table. Adjust the code as necessary to handle cases where the text table may not exist.
  Transport Requests: If changes are made in a development environment, ensure that they are transported to the production environment properly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SE37 (Function Module) to investigate and modify table definitions and related objects.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to HR data structures and text tables for best practices and guidelines on how to set them up correctly.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP Basis or HR module expert for further assistance.