How To Fix CM_PHRASE_DATA012 - Phrase item without long text and with selected format indicator

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_PHRASE_DATA - Phrase Data (Phrase Header, Phrase Item, Phrase Ref.)

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Phrase item without long text and with selected format indicator

What causes this issue?

An attempt was made to indicate a phrase item as formatted although the
associated long text is missing or the long text indicator has not been
selected.

System Response

The phrase item is not changed.

How to fix this error?

Note the procedure and work steps that resulted in this error and report
the error to system administration.

Procedure for System Administrators

Check whether the error is the result of customer-specific source code
and correct it where necessary. If this is not the case, contact SAP
Support.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_PHRASE_DATA012 - Phrase item without long text and with selected format indicator ?

  The SAP error message CM_PHRASE_DATA012 indicates that there is a phrase item that does not have a long text associated with it, but a format indicator has been selected. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's phrase management, which is used for managing text elements in various applications, such as in the creation of documents or reports.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following:
  
  A phrase item is defined in the system, but it lacks a long text description.
  The format indicator (which specifies how the text should be displayed) is selected for this phrase item, but since there is no long text, the system cannot process it correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Phrase Item Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code for managing phrases (e.g., CMMT or CMOD).
  Locate the specific phrase item that is causing the error.
  
  
  
  Add Long Text:
  
  If the phrase item is missing a long text, you need to add it. Ensure that the long text is properly defined for the phrase item.
  Save the changes after adding the long text.
  
  
  
  Review Format Indicator:
  
  If the format indicator is not necessary, consider removing it. This can be done in the same configuration area where you manage the phrase items.
  If the format indicator is required, ensure that the long text is correctly associated with the phrase item.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the functionality that was previously causing the error to ensure that it is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Phrase Management: SAP provides tools for managing phrases, which are often used in various applications for consistent text representation.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on phrase management and error handling.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CMMT (Phrase Management) or CMOD (Enhancement Management) for managing phrases and enhancements.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.