How To Fix TD502 - Header data &1: Default paragraph &2 not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TD - SAPscript: Text editor, composer, forms, styles and fonts

• Message number: 502

• Message text: Header data &1: Default paragraph &2 not defined

What causes this issue?

A default paragraph has not been specified in the header data, or the
paragraph specified does not exist.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Please enter an existing paragraph as the default paragraph or create a
new paragraph which you can then use as a default paragraph.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TD502 - Header data &1: Default paragraph &2 not defined ?

  The SAP error message TD502 indicates that there is an issue with the header data in a document, specifically that a default paragraph (or text element) is not defined. This error typically occurs in the context of text management in SAP, where certain texts or paragraphs are expected to be available but are missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Default Paragraph: The specified default paragraph (indicated by &2 in the error message) is not defined in the system. This could be due to configuration issues or missing entries in the text management settings.
  Incorrect Configuration: The text type or paragraph type may not be properly configured in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the required text elements may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Text Elements: Go to the transaction code SE75 (Text Management) and check if the default paragraph specified in the error message is defined. If it is missing, you will need to create it.
  Define Default Paragraph:
  
  Navigate to the relevant text type and create the missing paragraph.
  Ensure that the paragraph is correctly assigned to the relevant application area.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the text types in the relevant application area to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Transport Requests: If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all necessary text elements were included in the transport request. If not, you may need to manually create or transport the missing elements.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing text elements and paragraphs in your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE75 (Text Management), SE78 (SAP ArchiveLink), and SE11 (Data Dictionary) may be useful for checking and managing text elements.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to text management and the TD502 error.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify text elements in the system.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.