How To Fix /PF1/MSG_EH_E018 - No message text exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_EH_E -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: No message text exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_EH_E018 - No message text exists ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_EH_E018 No message text exists typically indicates that the system is trying to display a message that does not have any associated text. This can occur in various scenarios, often related to custom developments or configurations where a message ID is referenced, but the corresponding message text has not been defined in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Message Text: The message ID exists in the system, but the corresponding message text has not been created or is missing.
  Custom Development: If the error arises from a custom program or enhancement, it may reference a message that has not been defined in the message class.
  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.
  Incorrect Message Class: The message class being referenced may not be the correct one, or it may not have been properly configured.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Message Class:
  
  Go to transaction SE91 (Message Class) and check if the message ID /PF1/MSG_EH_E018 exists in the specified message class.
  If it exists, ensure that the message text is defined.
  
  
  
  Define Missing Message Text:
  
  If the message text is missing, you can create it in SE91. Enter the message class and the message number, then provide the appropriate text.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If the error is coming from custom code, review the code to ensure that it is referencing the correct message class and message ID.
  Modify the code if necessary to point to a valid message or to handle the case where the message text is not available.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the message text was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful and included the necessary message texts.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If this error is related to a specific SAP module or enhancement, consult the relevant documentation or SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction SE91: Used to manage message classes and their texts.
  Transaction SE80: Can be used to explore the development objects and check for any related custom developments.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with SAP's support resources for further assistance.