How To Fix PA187 - Text & does not exist in language & and therefore cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PA - Recruitment Messages

• Message number: 187

• Message text: Text & does not exist in language & and therefore cannot be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PA187 - Text & does not exist in language & and therefore cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message PA187 indicates that a specific text (usually related to a personnel action or infotype) does not exist in the specified language, and as a result, it cannot be deleted. This error typically occurs in the context of personnel administration when trying to delete or modify a text entry that is not available in the desired language.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Text Entry: The text you are trying to delete does not exist in the specified language. This could happen if the text was never created in that language or if it was deleted previously.
  Language Settings: The language settings in your user profile or the system may not match the language in which the text is expected to exist.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data where the text is referenced but not available.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Text Existence: Verify if the text actually exists in the specified language. You can do this by navigating to the relevant infotype or transaction where the text is supposed to be.
  Create Missing Text: If the text does not exist, you may need to create it in the required language. This can usually be done through the relevant infotype maintenance transaction (e.g., PA30 for maintaining HR master data).
  Adjust Language Settings: Ensure that your user profile is set to the correct language. You can check this in the user settings or by using transaction SU01.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on managing texts in the relevant infotype.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: The error is often related to specific infotypes in SAP HR, such as infotype 0001 (Organizational Assignment) or infotype 0002 (Personal Data).
  Language Keys: SAP uses language keys to manage texts in different languages. Ensure that the language key you are using is valid and corresponds to the texts you are trying to manage.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PA20 (Display HR Master Data), and SE63 (Translation) for managing texts and translations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PA187 error and manage your texts effectively in SAP.