How To Fix /PF1/MSG_EH018 - There is no message text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_EH -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: There is no message text

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_EH018 - There is no message text ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_EH018 indicating "There is no message text" typically occurs when the system is unable to find a corresponding message text for a specific message ID. This can happen for several reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Message Text: The message text for the specified message ID is not maintained in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the message text was supposed to be transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production) and the transport did not include the message text.
  Custom Development: If the message is part of a custom development and the message text was not defined properly in the message class.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, authorization issues can prevent the display of certain messages.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Message Class: 
  
  Go to transaction SE91 (Message Class) and check if the message ID /PF1/MSG_EH018 exists and if the corresponding text is maintained.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or maintain the text.
  
  
  
  Transport Request: 
  
  If the message text is missing due to transport issues, ensure that the transport request containing the message text is correctly released and imported into the target system.
  
  
  
  Custom Development Review: 
  
  If this message is part of a custom development, review the code to ensure that the message is defined correctly in the message class and that the text is maintained.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check: 
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view the message. Sometimes, messages may not display due to lack of permissions.
  
  
  
  Debugging: 
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the relevant code to see how the message is being called and why it might not be displaying correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Message Classes: In SAP, messages are organized into message classes, which are used to manage and display messages in the system. Each message class can contain multiple message IDs.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE91 (Message Class), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SE37 (Function Module) to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this message or similar messages, as there may be patches or updates available.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance.