How To Fix C$408 - No short text for symbol &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C$ -

• Message number: 408

• Message text: No short text for symbol &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C$408 - No short text for symbol & ?

  The SAP error message C$408 "No short text for symbol &" typically indicates that there is a missing or undefined short text for a symbol in the SAP system. This can occur in various contexts, such as when working with ABAP programs, reports, or during the execution of certain transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Short Text: The most common cause is that a symbol (like a variable, field, or object) does not have an associated short text description in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the symbol may not have been set up correctly, leading to the absence of a short text.
  Transport Issues: If the object was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), the short text may not have been included in the transport request.
  Custom Development: In custom ABAP programs or enhancements, developers may forget to define short texts for new symbols.
  
  Solution:
  
  Define Short Text: If you have access to the relevant development environment, you can define a short text for the symbol. This is typically done in the data dictionary (SE11) or in the relevant ABAP program.
  Check Transport Requests: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport request to ensure that all necessary objects, including their short texts, were included.
  Review Custom Code: If the error is occurring in custom code, review the code to ensure that all symbols have been properly defined with short texts.
  Use Transaction SE91: You can use transaction SE91 to check for message classes and ensure that the relevant messages are defined correctly.
  Consult Documentation: If the symbol is part of a standard SAP object, consult the SAP documentation or support to see if there are any known issues or updates related to the symbol.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Message Classes: The error message C$408 is part of a message class. You can look up the message class in transaction SE91 to find more details about the message and its context.
  ABAP Development: If you are a developer, familiarize yourself with the ABAP development environment and the importance of defining short texts for symbols and fields.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after trying these solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.