How To Fix PG842 - No dialog module was found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PG - Error Messages for Master Data Programs

• Message number: 842

• Message text: No dialog module was found

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PG842 - No dialog module was found ?

  The SAP error message PG842 "No dialog module was found" typically indicates that the system is unable to find the necessary dialog module for a particular transaction or program. This can occur for several reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incomplete Program: The dialog module (screen) may not be defined in the program or may be missing entirely.
  Transport Issues: If the program was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), the transport may not have included all necessary components.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the dialog module.
  Incorrect Transaction Code: The transaction code being used may not be correctly mapped to the dialog module.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that prevent the dialog module from being recognized.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Program and Screen Definitions:
  
  Use transaction SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE38 (ABAP Editor) to check if the program and the associated dialog module (screen) exist.
  Ensure that the screen number is correctly defined in the program.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the program was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  If needed, re-transport the missing objects.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the transaction or access the dialog module.
  Use transaction SU53 to check for authorization failures after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Transaction Code Verification:
  
  Ensure that the transaction code is correctly defined in transaction SE93 (Transaction Codes).
  Check if the transaction code points to the correct program and screen.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  Check for any configuration issues in the SAP system that might affect the dialog module's availability.
  Consult with your SAP Basis team to ensure that the system is properly configured.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the program to see where the error occurs and gather more information about the context of the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be useful for finding similar issues faced by other users and the solutions they found.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the specific module or transaction you are working with for any known issues or additional configuration steps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.