How To Fix /CFG/APPL_SCOPING117 - Cannot get Text Dataset for Dataset: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CFG/APPL_SCOPING -

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Cannot get Text Dataset for Dataset: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CFG/APPL_SCOPING117 - Cannot get Text Dataset for Dataset: &1 ?

  The SAP error message /CFG/APPL_SCOPING117 Cannot get Text Dataset for Dataset: &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP's Application Scoping functionality, which is used to manage and configure the scope of applications in SAP systems. This error indicates that the system is unable to retrieve the text dataset associated with a specific dataset.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Text Dataset: The text dataset for the specified dataset may not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the text dataset.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the application scoping settings or the dataset itself.
  Transport Issues: If the dataset was recently transported from another system, the text dataset may not have been included in the transport.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dataset Existence: Verify that the text dataset for the specified dataset exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration area in SAP.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the dataset and its associated texts. You may need to check the roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  Reconfigure Dataset: If there are configuration issues, you may need to reconfigure the dataset or the application scoping settings. This may involve checking the settings in transaction codes like SCMG or SPRO.
  Transport Check: If the dataset was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects, including the text dataset, were included in the transport request.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to application scoping and datasets for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (SAP Reference IMG), SCMG (for application scoping), and SE11 (Data Dictionary) to investigate the dataset and its texts.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any notes related to this error message. There may be specific patches or updates that address this issue.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums or SAP Community Network (SCN) for additional insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.