How To Fix 8B134 - Reference type text not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8B - Localization (Brazil)

• Message number: 134

• Message text: Reference type text not found

What causes this issue?

There is no text for this reference type.

System Response

It is not possible to determine reference type text.
Returns reference type text with blanks.

How to fix this error?

Insert the reference type text in the table Reference type.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8B134 - Reference type text not found ?

  The SAP error message 8B134: Reference type text not found typically occurs when the system is unable to find a text description for a specific reference type in the context of a business transaction or document. This can happen in various modules, such as Financial Accounting (FI), Controlling (CO), or others, where reference types are used to categorize or describe transactions.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Text Entries: The reference type you are trying to use does not have a corresponding text entry in the system. This could be due to configuration issues or missing data.
  Incorrect Configuration: The reference type may not be properly configured in the system, leading to the absence of associated texts.
  Language Settings: The text may not exist in the language you are currently using in the SAP system.
  Transport Issues: If the reference type was recently transported from another system, the text may not have been included in the transport request.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings for the reference type in the SAP system. This can usually be found in the customizing (SPRO) settings.
  Ensure that the reference type is correctly defined and that the necessary texts are maintained.
  
  
  
  Maintain Texts:
  
  If the text is missing, you can add it by navigating to the appropriate transaction (e.g., OBA5 for maintaining texts for reference types in FI).
  Enter the reference type and provide the necessary text in the required language.
  
  
  
  Language Settings:
  
  Check if the text exists in the language you are using. You can switch to a different language in your user profile to see if the text appears.
  If necessary, maintain the text in the required language.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all necessary objects, including texts, were included in the transport request.
  If not, you may need to manually create the missing texts in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the reference type you are working with.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), OBA5 (Maintain Texts for Reference Types), and SE11 (Data Dictionary) to investigate the issue further.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to maintain texts and configurations in the system.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance.