How To Fix SM023 - There are no personal addresses.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SM - Address Definition/Administration

• Message number: 023

• Message text: There are no personal addresses.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SM023 - There are no personal addresses. ?

  The SAP error message SM023, which states "There are no personal addresses," typically occurs when a user attempts to access personal address data in the SAP system, but the system cannot find any entries for the user or the specified criteria.
  Cause:
  
  No Personal Address Data: The most common cause is that the user does not have any personal address data maintained in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view personal address data.
  Data Deletion: The personal address data may have been deleted or not yet created.
  Incorrect User Profile: The user profile may not be correctly set up to access personal address information.
  
  Solution:
  
  Create Personal Address: If the user does not have any personal address data, they can create one by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., PA30 for maintaining HR master data) and entering the required information.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view personal address data. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  Data Verification: Verify if the personal address data exists for the user by checking the database or using relevant reports.
  Consult with HR or IT: If the issue persists, consult with the HR department or IT support to ensure that the data is correctly maintained and that there are no underlying issues with the system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PA20 (Display HR Master Data) to manage personal address data.
  User Roles: Review user roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG to ensure that the user has access to the necessary data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may address specific issues related to personal address data.
  System Configuration: In some cases, system configuration settings may need to be reviewed to ensure that personal address data is being captured and displayed correctly.
  
  If the problem continues after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to escalate the issue to your SAP support team for further investigation.