How To Fix PA504 - No relevant standard texts available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PA - Recruitment Messages

• Message number: 504

• Message text: No relevant standard texts available

What causes this issue?

There are no standard texts available in MS Word format for applicant
correspondence.

System Response

The report cannot be executed.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

The report is only relevant if you use standard texts in MS Word
format.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PA504 - No relevant standard texts available ?

  The SAP error message PA504 "No relevant standard texts available" typically occurs when the system is unable to find the standard text that is supposed to be associated with a specific object or transaction. This can happen in various contexts, such as when trying to create or display a document, or when using certain functionalities that rely on standard texts.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Standard Texts: The standard text you are trying to access does not exist in the system. This could be due to it not being created or it being deleted.
  Incorrect Text ID or Name: The text ID or name you are using to access the standard text may be incorrect.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the standard texts.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the standard texts from being retrieved.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Standard Texts:
  
  Use transaction code SO10 to check if the standard text exists. You can search for the text by its ID or name.
  If the text does not exist, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create Standard Text:
  
  If the required standard text is missing, you can create it using transaction SO10. Make sure to use the correct text ID and ensure it is saved properly.
  
  
  
  Verify Text ID and Name:
  
  Double-check the text ID and name you are using in your transaction to ensure they are correct.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access standard texts. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or configuration guides related to the specific module or functionality you are working with to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to check for any configuration issues that may be affecting the retrieval of standard texts.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SO10 (Standard Texts)
  SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check if the text is linked to a specific table or structure.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to standard texts and the specific module you are working with.
  
  
  
  Support: 
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the PA504 error and implement a solution.