How To Fix BC143 - No text available for &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BC - Scheduler (calendar)

• Message number: 143

• Message text: No text available for &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BC143 - No text available for & ?

  The SAP error message "BC143 No text available for &" typically indicates that the system is unable to find a text or description for a specific object or element that is being referenced. The "&" symbol is a placeholder for the object or element in question, which could be a field, a table, a transaction code, or any other entity within the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Text Elements: The most common cause is that the text elements (like descriptions or labels) for the specified object have not been maintained in the system.
  Language Settings: The text may not be available in the language that the user is currently using. SAP supports multiple languages, and texts must be maintained for each language.
  Custom Development: If the object is part of a custom development (like a custom program or enhancement), the text may not have been defined properly.
  Transport Issues: If the object was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), the text elements may not have been included in the transport request.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Text Elements:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE11 for Data Dictionary objects, SE78 for SAPscript forms, etc.) and check if the text for the object is maintained.
  If not, you can create or update the text for the object.
  
  
  
  Check Language Settings:
  
  Ensure that the text exists in the language you are using. You can switch to a different language in your user profile settings to see if the text appears in another language.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Developments:
  
  If the error is related to a custom program or enhancement, check the code to ensure that the text elements are properly defined and maintained.
  
  
  
  Transport Request:
  
  If the object was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary text elements were included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can debug the program or transaction that is generating the error to identify where the missing text is being called.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use various transaction codes to maintain texts, such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE78 (SAPscript), or SE80 (Object Navigator).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more information on maintaining texts and translations in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance.