How To Fix PA042 - No text exists for entry chosen

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PA - Recruitment Messages

• Message number: 042

• Message text: No text exists for entry chosen

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PA042 - No text exists for entry chosen ?

  The SAP error message "PA042 No text exists for entry chosen" typically occurs in the context of Personnel Administration (PA) when a user tries to access a text or description for a specific entry (such as an infotype or a specific record) that does not have any associated text in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Text Entries: The most common cause of this error is that there are no text entries defined for the specific infotype or record you are trying to access. This could happen if the text was never created or if it was deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: Sometimes, the configuration settings for the infotype or the text element may not be set up correctly, leading to the absence of text.
  Language Settings: The text may exist in a different language than the one currently set in your user profile, leading to the system not finding the appropriate text.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create or Maintain Text:
  
  Navigate to the relevant infotype or record where the error occurred.
  Check if there is an option to create or maintain text. If so, enter the necessary text for the entry.
  Use transaction codes like SE61 (for maintaining texts) to create or edit text entries.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you have access, check the configuration settings for the infotype in the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG). Ensure that the text elements are properly configured.
  You may need to consult with your SAP HR module administrator or consultant to verify the configuration.
  
  
  
  Language Settings:
  
  Check your user profile settings to ensure that the language is set correctly. You can do this by going to the user settings in SAP.
  If the text exists in another language, you may need to switch to that language to view the text.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific infotype or module you are working with to understand how text entries are managed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PA20 (Display HR Master Data), and SE61 (Maintain Texts).
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or edit text entries in the system.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as there may be specific patches or updates that address known issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.