How To Fix BOS01038 - No long text exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BOS01 - Customer BOS Processing

• Message number: 038

• Message text: No long text exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BOS01038 - No long text exists ?

  The SAP error message BOS01038, which states "No long text exists," typically occurs when a user attempts to access a long text for a particular object (such as a material, document, or transaction) that does not have any long text associated with it in the system. This can happen in various SAP modules, including Materials Management (MM), Sales and Distribution (SD), and others.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Long Text: The primary cause of this error is that the long text has not been created for the specific object you are trying to access.
  Incorrect Object Reference: The object you are trying to access may not be correctly referenced or may not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the long text, even if it exists.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create Long Text: If you need a long text for the object, you can create it. This is typically done in the relevant transaction where long texts can be maintained (e.g., using transaction codes like ME21N for purchase orders, or MM02 for material master).
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction.
  Look for the long text section and enter the required information.
  Save your changes.
  
  
  
  Check Object Existence: Ensure that the object you are trying to access actually exists in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant master data or transaction.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: If you suspect that authorization might be an issue, check with your SAP security team to ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view long texts.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about how to create or manage long texts, refer to SAP documentation or user manuals specific to the module you are working with.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to the object you are working with (e.g., ME21N for purchase orders, MM02 for material master).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to create and manage long texts in SAP to prevent this error from occurring frequently.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.