How To Fix R1442 - Change type &1 for telex number is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R1 - Business Partner Messages from S_BUPA_GENERAL

• Message number: 442

• Message text: Change type &1 for telex number is not defined

What causes this issue?

Change type &V1&, which you transferred for Telex numbers, is not
permitted.

System Response

Error message

How to fix this error?

Transfer one of the following change types:
I,,Create
U,,Change
D,,Delete
M,,Modify (create/change)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R1442 - Change type &1 for telex number is not defined ?

  The SAP error message R1442, which states "Change type &1 for telex number is not defined," typically occurs in the context of SAP's logistics or sales and distribution modules when there is an issue with the configuration of telex communication settings.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The change type specified in the error message is not defined in the system. This could happen if the configuration for telex communication has not been set up correctly.
  Incorrect Telex Number: The telex number being referenced may not be valid or may not have the appropriate change type associated with it.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to the telex communication settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually found in the SPRO transaction).
  Navigate to the section related to telex communication or the specific module you are working with (e.g., Sales and Distribution).
  Ensure that the change type referenced in the error message is defined and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Define Change Type:
  
  If the change type is not defined, you may need to create it. This typically involves specifying the parameters and settings that govern how telex communication should be handled for that change type.
  
  
  
  Validate Telex Number:
  
  Check the telex number being used in the transaction. Ensure that it is valid and that it has the correct change type associated with it.
  You can do this by reviewing the master data records related to the telex communication.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to telex communication for additional guidance on configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE16 (Data Browser) to check configurations and data.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to telex communication and error R1442 in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or patches.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.