How To Fix 69205 - Text ID 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: 205

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

What causes this issue?

Corresponding texts must be entered for messages. These texts are
stored under a special identification which must already exist upon
entering the text. However, the entered identification is not yet
available.

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 an identification for the message text. To do this, choose
the entry Text ID under the menu option Environment.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 69205 - Text ID must exist for text maintenance (create via environment) ?

  The SAP error message 69205, which states "Text ID must exist for text maintenance (create via environment)," typically occurs when you are trying to maintain text for a specific object (like a material, vendor, or customer) in SAP, but the system cannot find the corresponding Text ID that is required for text maintenance.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Text ID: The Text ID you are trying to use does not exist in the system. This can happen if the Text ID was not created or if it was deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the text type or text ID may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or maintain text IDs.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create the Text ID:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., SO10 for text objects).
  Create the required Text ID by following the prompts. Ensure that you are using the correct object type and language.
  After creating the Text ID, try to maintain the text again.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the text type and text ID are correctly configured in the system. This can be done through transaction SPRO (Customizing) and navigating to the relevant area for text management.
  Verify that the text ID is assigned to the correct object type.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create and maintain text IDs. This can be checked with your SAP security team or by reviewing the user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the text maintenance process for the object you are working with.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to text maintenance include SO10 (Text Management) and SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Text Types: Different objects in SAP can have different text types (e.g., short texts, long texts). Make sure you are using the correct type for your needs.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.