How To Fix HSM_FILL042 - Material &1, country &2: Text type &3 for value &4 not in Customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HSM_FILL - HM: Hazardous Substance Master Filling

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Material &1, country &2: Text type &3 for value &4 not in Customizing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HSM_FILL042 - Material &1, country &2: Text type &3 for value &4 not in Customizing ?

  The SAP error message HSM_FILL042 typically indicates that there is an issue with the text type for a specific material in a particular country. This error arises when the system is unable to find the required text type in the Customizing settings for the specified material and country combination.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Customizing Entries: The text type specified in the error message is not defined in the Customizing settings for the material in the specified country.
  Incorrect Text Type: The text type being referenced may be incorrect or not applicable for the material or country.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the material master or text tables.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the Customizing settings in SAP (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant area for material management and check the settings for text types.
  Ensure that the text type specified in the error message is defined for the material and country in question.
  
  
  
  Define Missing Text Type:
  
  If the text type is missing, you may need to create it in the Customizing settings.
  Ensure that the text type is correctly linked to the material type and country.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data for the specific material and ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Verify that the text type is applicable for the material and that there are no discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to material texts and customizing settings to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), and SPRO (Customizing) to navigate through the material master and customizing settings.
  Text Types: Familiarize yourself with the different text types available in SAP and their purposes, as this will help in understanding the context of the error.
  Material Master: Understanding the structure and fields of the material master can help in identifying where the issue may lie.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HSM_FILL042 error and ensure that the necessary text types are correctly configured for your materials.