How To Fix 01626 - Enter a short text

01626 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 01 -

• Message number: 626

• Message text: Enter a short text

What causes this issue?

You want to create an authorization or profile but you have not entered
a short text.

System Response

The system requires you to enter a short text before it can create the
authorization or profile.

How to fix this error?

Enter a short text or cancel the operation.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 01626 - Enter a short text ?

  The SAP error message "01626 Enter a short text" typically occurs when a user is trying to create or modify an entry in the system, such as a material, vendor, or other master data, and has not provided a required short text description. This short text is essential for identifying the entry in various reports and transactions.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  The user attempts to save a record without filling in the "Short Text" field, which is mandatory in the context of the transaction being performed.
  The field is either left blank or not properly filled out according to the system's requirements.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  Locate the Short Text Field: Identify the field labeled "Short Text" in the transaction you are working on.
  Enter a Description: Provide a meaningful short text that describes the entry. This should be concise yet informative enough to identify the record easily.
  Check Field Length: Ensure that