How To Fix M9042 - No objects for graphical display exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M9 - Logistics Information System: Planning Data

• Message number: 042

• Message text: No objects for graphical display exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M9042 - No objects for graphical display exist ?

  The SAP error message M9042 "No objects for graphical display exist" typically occurs in the context of the Material Management (MM) module when trying to access graphical displays related to materials, such as stock levels, inventory management, or other related visualizations.
  Cause:
  
  No Data Available: The most common cause of this error is that there are no materials or stock data available for the selected criteria. This could happen if the selection parameters do not match any existing records in the database.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the data or graphical displays.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the graphical display settings or the underlying data model.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues with the SAP system, such as missing or corrupted data, or problems with the graphical display component itself.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Ensure that the selection criteria you are using to access the graphical display are correct and that there are indeed materials or stock data that match those criteria.
  Verify Data Availability: Check if there are any materials or stock records in the system. You can do this by running relevant reports or transactions to see if data exists.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the graphical display. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured and that the data model is intact.
  Consult Technical Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or technical support team to investigate any underlying technical issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as MM03 (Display Material), MB52 (List Warehouse Stocks on Hand), or others related to inventory management.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to graphical displays in the MM module for further insights into configuration and usage.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the M9042 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.