How To Fix WE042 - & entries reset, & new entries still selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WE - Messages for EAN Customizing and for EAN management in MM_BD

• Message number: 042

• Message text: & entries reset, & new entries still selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WE042 - & entries reset, & new entries still selected ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation regarding the SAP error message WE042, including its cause, solution, and related information.
  
  SAP Error Message: WE042
  Message Text:
  
  "Entries reset, new entries still selected"
  
  1. Cause
  The error message WE042 typically occurs in the context of IDoc processing or when working with partner profiles (transaction WE20) or message types in SAP.
  
  It usually appears when you try to change or maintain partner profiles or message types, and the system detects that the entries you are trying to modify or add are inconsistent or conflicting.
  More specifically, this message can occur when you:
  
  Reset or clear certain entries (e.g., partner profiles or message types),
  But the system still finds some entries selected or active that conflict with the reset operation.
  
  
  This inconsistency can be due to:
  
  Overlapping or duplicate entries,
  Entries that are locked or in use,
  Or a mismatch between the entries displayed and the actual data in the database.
  
  
  
  
  2. Solution
  To resolve the WE042 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check for Duplicate or Conflicting Entries:
  
  Review the partner profiles (WE20) or message types you are working on.
  Look for duplicate entries or entries that overlap in terms of partner number, message type, or process code.
  
  
  
  Clear or Reset Entries Properly:
  
  When resetting entries, ensure that you fully delete or deactivate the old entries before adding new ones.
  Sometimes, the UI may show entries as cleared, but they still exist in the database. Use transaction codes like WE20 or WE21 carefully.
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Transaction and Save Properly:
  
  After making changes, save the entries properly.
  If the system still shows the error, try to exit and re-enter the transaction to refresh the data.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks or Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that no other user or process is locking the entries.
  Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes.
  
  
  
  Use SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Sometimes, this error can be due to a known bug or patch issue.
  Check SAP Notes for your SAP version related to WE042.
  
  
  
  Technical Debugging (if needed):
  
  If the problem persists, debugging the program or checking the database tables related to partner profiles (e.g., EDPP1, EDPP2) may be necessary.
  Consult your SAP Basis or development team.
  
  
  
  
  3. Related Information
  
  
  Transactions Involved:
  
  WE20 – Partner Profiles
  WE21 – Port Definition
  WE02 / WE05 – IDoc Display and Monitoring
  BD87 – IDoc Reprocessing
  
  
  
  Common Scenarios:
  
  When configuring or changing partner profiles for IDoc communication.
  When modifying message types or process codes.
  During transport or client copy activities where entries might get inconsistent.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Search for SAP Notes with keywords "WE042" or "Entries reset, new entries still selected".
  Check SAP Help Portal for IDoc and partner profile configuration guides.
  
  
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Always backup partner profiles before making bulk changes.
  Avoid simultaneous changes by multiple users.
  Regularly clean up unused or obsolete partner profiles and message types.
  
  
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Inconsistent or conflicting partner profile/message type entries after reset operation.
  
  
  Solution
  Check and remove duplicates, save changes properly, verify authorizations, consult SAP Notes.
  
  
  Related
  Transactions WE20, WE21; IDoc processing; SAP Notes for WE042; partner profile management.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., transaction used, exact steps leading to the error), I can help with a more tailored solution.