How To Fix AO059 - You did not enter a reference approp. req. number for copying long texts

AO059 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AO - Appropriation requests - Master data / Customizing

• Message number: 059

• Message text: You did not enter a reference approp. req. number for copying long texts

What causes this issue?

You did not enter a reference appropriation request number for copying
an appropriation request.

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?

Enter a reference appropriation request number.
Contact the SAP Hotline.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AO059 - You did not enter a reference approp. req. number for copying long texts ?

  The SAP error message AO059, which states "You did not enter a reference appropriate req. number for copying long texts," typically occurs in the context of copying long texts in the SAP system, particularly when dealing with documents or records that require reference numbers.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when:
  
  Missing Reference Number: The system expects a reference number (such as a purchase requisition number, sales order number, etc.) to be provided for copying long texts, but it has not been entered.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not set up correctly, leading to the requirement for a reference number not being met.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the required reference number in the relevant field.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AO059 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Enter the Required Reference Number:
  
  Go back to the transaction or screen where the error occurred.
  Ensure that you enter the