How To Fix 69198 - Text object must exist for text maintenance (create via environment)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 69 - Central Functions of Financial Asset Management

• Message number: 198

• Message text: Text object must exist for text maintenance (create via environment)

What causes this issue?

Texts must be entered for messages. To do this, a text object must
exist, under which the individual texts are arranged. This object
must already exist before the text is entered.

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?

Create a text object. To do this, choose the entry Text object via
the menu option Environment.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 69198 - Text object must exist for text maintenance (create via environment) ?

  The SAP error message 69198, "Text object must exist for text maintenance (create via environment)," typically occurs when you are trying to maintain or create text for a specific object in SAP, but the required text object has not been defined or does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Text Object: The text object you are trying to maintain does not exist in the system. This could be due to it not being created yet or it being deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the text object may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing it.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or create the text object.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create the Text Object:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction in SAP where you can create or maintain text objects (e.g., SE75 for text object maintenance).
  Check if the text object you need exists. If it does not, create it by following the appropriate steps in the environment menu.
  Ensure that you provide all necessary details and save the configuration.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify that the text object is correctly configured in the system. This may involve checking the settings in the relevant customizing transactions.
  Ensure that the text object is linked to the appropriate application area.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that your user profile has the necessary authorizations to create or maintain text objects. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator to verify or adjust your authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions related to the text object you are working with. This can provide additional context and steps for resolution.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to text maintenance include SE75 (Text Object Maintenance) and SE78 (SAPScript Form Maintenance).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 69198 and successfully maintain the text object in SAP.