How To Fix AD657 - Text & not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 657

• Message text: Text & not found

Self-Explanatory Message

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD657 - Text & not found ?

  The SAP error message AD657, which states "Text & not found," typically occurs when the system is unable to find a specific text or description that is expected in a particular context. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to display or process texts related to master data, documents, or other objects in SAP.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Text Entries: The text or description that the system is trying to retrieve does not exist in the database. This could be due to incomplete data entry or missing configuration.
  Incorrect Language Settings: The text might be available in a different language, and the system is set to look for it in a language where it is not available.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing links between master data and text objects.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the text.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Text Entries: Verify if