How To Fix 0K655 - Tooltip for column &1 is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 0K - Messages for "General List Modules"

• Message number: 655

• Message text: Tooltip for column &1 is missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 0K655 - Tooltip for column &1 is missing ?

  The SAP error message "0K655 Tooltip for column &1 is missing" typically indicates that there is a missing tooltip or description for a specific column in a report or data display. This can occur in various SAP applications, particularly in custom reports or when using certain data elements that do not have a defined tooltip.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tooltip Definition: The most common cause is that the tooltip for the specified column (indicated by &1) has not been defined in the system.
  Custom Development: If the report or application is custom-developed, the developer may not have included a tooltip for that specific column.
  Data Element Issues: The data element associated with the column may not have a description or tooltip defined in the data dictionary.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the tooltip definitions may not have been included or properly transported.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Tooltip: 
  
  Go to the Data Dictionary (transaction SE11) and check the data element associated with the column. Ensure that a short description or tooltip is defined.
  If it is a custom field, you may need to add a tooltip in the relevant program or report.
  
  
  
  Check Custom Code: 
  
  If the report is custom, review the code to ensure that the tooltip is being set correctly for the column in question.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests: 
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all necessary objects, including tooltips, were included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this issue or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review the documentation for the specific SAP module or application you are using to see if there are any known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Community: You can search the SAP Community forums for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  SAP Help Portal: The SAP Help Portal may provide additional context or troubleshooting steps related to the specific module you are working with.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution of the report to see where the tooltip is expected and why it might be missing.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.