How To Fix 5N260 - Text mandatory for activity &1; confirmation not yet allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5N - HR NL: Error Messages for Infotype Module Pools (NL)

• Message number: 260

• Message text: Text mandatory for activity &1; confirmation not yet allowed

What causes this issue?

A text is mandatory for this activity. You have selected the checkbox
<ZK>Conf</> (Confirmed) for activity &v1&. This is only allowed for this
activity if this activity is documented.

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?

Delesect the relevant checkbox and document the activity. Only then you
can confirm the activity by selecting the checkbox.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5N260 - Text mandatory for activity &1; confirmation not yet allowed ?

  The SAP error message 5N260 indicates that a text entry is mandatory for a specific activity, and confirmation for that activity is not allowed until the required text is provided. This error typically occurs in the context of production orders, maintenance orders, or other processes where documentation is necessary for certain activities.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  A user attempts to confirm an operation or activity in SAP without entering the required text in the designated field.
  The system is configured to require a text entry for specific activities, and the user has not fulfilled this requirement.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Required Fields: Identify the specific activity that triggered the error and check if there are mandatory text fields associated with it. This can usually be found in the order or operation details.
  
  
  Enter Required Text: Navigate to the relevant screen (e.g., confirmation screen for the order) and enter the necessary text in the required field. Ensure that the text meets any character limits or formatting requirements.
  
  
  Save Changes: After entering the required text, save the changes and attempt to confirm the activity again.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you are consistently encountering this error and believe it should not be mandatory, consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to review the configuration settings. They may need to adjust the settings for the specific activity or order type.
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the importance of entering mandatory text for specific activities to avoid this error in the future.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error may occur in various transaction codes related to order confirmations, such as CO11N (Single Screen Entry of Confirmations) or CO15 (Enter Time Ticket).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions for this error.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific module (e.g., Production Planning, Plant Maintenance) to understand the requirements for text entries in confirmations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with the confirmation process in SAP.