How To Fix BOS01147 - Incorrect text ID (data record &1): enter LTXT as text ID

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BOS01 - Customer BOS Processing

• Message number: 147

• Message text: Incorrect text ID (data record &1): enter LTXT as text ID

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BOS01147 - Incorrect text ID (data record &1): enter LTXT as text ID ?

  The SAP error message BOS01147 indicates that there is an issue with the text ID being used in a data record. Specifically, it suggests that the text ID provided is incorrect and that you should use "LTXT" as the appropriate text ID.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises when:
  
  A text ID that is not recognized or valid is being used in a transaction or data entry.
  The system expects a specific text ID format or value, and the provided one does not match the expected criteria.
  The configuration for text IDs in the system may not be set up correctly, or the text ID is not defined in the relevant customizing settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BOS01147 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Text ID: Ensure that you are using the correct text ID. In this case, replace the incorrect text ID with "LTXT" as suggested by the error message.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you are unsure about the text IDs available in your system, check the configuration settings for text management in SAP. You can do this by navigating to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and reviewing the settings for text types and IDs.
  
  
  Data Entry: If you are entering data manually, double-check the fields to ensure that you are entering the correct values and that the text ID is specified correctly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more information on text IDs and their usage in your specific module or application.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Text Management in SAP: Understanding how text management works in SAP can help prevent similar issues. Texts can be used in various modules (like SD, MM, etc.) and are often linked to master data or transactional data.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that deal with text management, such as SO10 (Text Management) or SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the definitions of text IDs.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to text ID handling in your version of SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BOS01147 error and ensure that the correct text ID is used in your SAP transactions.