How To Fix 06271 - Only texts with status '*' can be adopted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 271

• Message text: Only texts with status '*' can be adopted

What causes this issue?

You can only copy into purchasing documents those texts that are
offered for adoption from a reference document or a master record. Such
texts have the status '*'.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06271 - Only texts with status '*' can be adopted ?

  The SAP error message "06271 Only texts with status '*' can be adopted" typically occurs in the context of text management in SAP, particularly when dealing with text objects and text types. This error indicates that the system is trying to adopt or copy text entries that do not have the appropriate status.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to adopt texts (for example, from a source language to a target language) that are not marked with the status '', which indicates that they are available for adoption. Texts can have different statuses, and only those marked with '' are eligible for this operation.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Text Status: Verify the status of the texts you are trying to adopt. You can do this by navigating to the relevant text management transaction (e.g., SE63 for translation) and checking the status of the texts.
  
  
  Change Text Status: If the texts are not marked with '', you may need to change their status. This can typically be done in the text maintenance screen by selecting the appropriate option to change the status of the texts to ''.
  
  
  Create or Update Texts: If the texts do not exist or are incomplete, you may need to create new texts or update existing ones to ensure they are in the correct status for adoption.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on managing text statuses and adopting texts.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to change text statuses or adopt texts. Lack of proper permissions can also lead to issues.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Text Management in SAP: Understanding how text management works in SAP can help you avoid similar issues in the future. Familiarize yourself with the different text objects, types, and their statuses.
  Translation Tools: If you are working with translations, tools like SE63 (Translation) can be useful for managing and adopting texts across different languages.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully adopt the texts you need.