How To Fix /BOBF/TXC016 - Text schema may not be changed when texts exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOBF/TXC -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Text schema may not be changed when texts exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOBF/TXC016 - Text schema may not be changed when texts exist ?

  The SAP error message /BOBF/TXC016 indicates that a text schema cannot be changed when there are existing texts associated with it. This typically occurs in the context of Business Object Processing Framework (BOPF) when you attempt to modify the text schema of a business object that already has text entries.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the text schema is designed to maintain data integrity. If texts already exist for a particular schema, changing the schema could lead to inconsistencies or loss of data. Therefore, SAP restricts modifications to the text schema when there are existing texts.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Texts: First, verify if there are any existing texts associated with the text schema you are trying to change. You can do this by querying the relevant database tables or using transaction codes that allow you to view text entries.
  
  
  Delete Existing Texts: If