How To Fix 8B388 - Text with OBJECT &1 ID &2 cannot be created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8B - Localization (Brazil)

• Message number: 388

• Message text: Text with OBJECT &1 ID &2 cannot be created

What causes this issue?

The BAPI call uses an incorrect text type.

System Response

The system cannot create the corresponding text.

How to fix this error?

Please assign the correct text type.
For the header text, object J_1BNFDOC and the corresponding text IDs
must be maintained using transaction SE75; the corresponding values in
the BAPI structure OBJ_HEADER_TEXT must be consistent.
For the item text, object J_1BNFLIN and the corresponding text IDs must
be maintained using transaction SE75; the corresponding values in the
BAPI structure OBJ_ITEM_TEXT must be consistent.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8B388 - Text with OBJECT &1 ID &2 cannot be created ?

  The SAP error message 8B388 indicates that there is an issue with creating a text object in the system. The message typically reads: "Text with OBJECT &1 ID &2 cannot be created." This error can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to create or maintain texts for different objects in SAP, such as material master records, customer master records, or other text-related objects.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create texts for the specified object.
  Object Not Defined: The text object or ID may not be defined in the system, or it may not be configured correctly.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database problems or inconsistencies in the text object configuration.
  Incorrect Object Type: The object type specified may not be valid for the operation being performed.
  Locked Object: The object may be locked by another user or process, preventing the creation of new texts.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create texts for the specified object. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Verify Object Definition: Check if the text object and ID are correctly defined in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE78 (SAP ArchiveLink).
  Review Configuration: If the text object is part of a configuration, ensure that it is set up correctly. This may involve checking customizing settings in SPRO.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction SM12 to check if the object is locked by another user. If it is, you may need to wait for the lock to be released or contact the user who has locked it.
  Consult Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or information that may provide more context about the issue.
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team for further investigation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE78 (SAP ArchiveLink), and SM12 (Lock Entries).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to text management and object definitions to ensure proper understanding and configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.