How To Fix 06188 - Internal quotation comment & not defined (please check your input)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 188

• Message text: Internal quotation comment & not defined (please check your input)

What causes this issue?

The key for the "internal comment on quotation" you entered has not
been defined in the system.

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE NA_EINGABE_PRUEFEN LANGUAGE EN
DEFINE &OBJEKTE& = 'Internal comments on quotations'
INCLUDE NA_EINK_CUST LANGUAGE EN

<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUOLMEOMES>Maintain quotation comments</>
ENDIF

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06188 - Internal quotation comment & not defined (please check your input) ?

  The SAP error message "06188 Internal quotation comment & not defined (please check your input)" typically occurs in the context of creating or processing quotations in the SAP system. This error indicates that there is an issue with a comment or text that is expected to be defined in the system but is not found.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Text Definition: The specific comment or text that is referenced in the quotation is not defined in the system. This could be due to a configuration issue or a missing entry in the text management settings.
  Incorrect Input: The input provided in the quotation may not match any of the predefined comments or texts in the system.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the SAP system, they may not be handling the text correctly, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Text Definitions:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually in the SPRO transaction) and check if the text types related to quotations are defined correctly.
  Ensure that the text you are trying to use is available in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Input:
  
  Double-check the input you are providing in the quotation. Make sure that it matches the expected format and that you are using the correct text type.
  
  
  
  Maintain Texts:
  
  If the text is indeed missing, you may need to create or maintain the necessary text in the system. This can usually be done in the text management area of the relevant module (e.g., Sales and Distribution).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to manage texts and comments in quotations.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can help diagnose and resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VA21 (Create Quotation), VA22 (Change Quotation), and VA23 (Display Quotation) to navigate the quotation process.
  Text Types: Understand the different text types used in SAP (e.g., header texts, item texts) and how they are configured.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide specific fixes or patches that address the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.