How To Fix PSHLP_MSG_CL042 - Global buffer does not exist for &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSHLP_MSG_CL - Message Class for PS EhP4 Developments

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Global buffer does not exist for &1 &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PSHLP_MSG_CL042 - Global buffer does not exist for &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message PSHLP_MSG_CL042 indicates that a global buffer does not exist for the specified object, which is represented by the placeholders &1 and &2. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Project System (PS) or when dealing with certain types of data that require a global buffer for processing.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Global Buffer: The most common cause of this error is that the system is trying to access a global buffer that has not been initialized or does not exist for the specified object.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the global buffer from being created or accessed.
  Data Inconsistencies: If there are inconsistencies in the data or if the data has been deleted or not properly set up, this error can occur.
  System Bugs: Occasionally, this error can be caused by bugs in the SAP system or specific transactions.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Object Existence: Verify that the