How To Fix CM_SUB028 - Function not possible for user-defined text type &

CM_SUB028 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_SUB - Substance (general)

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Function not possible for user-defined text type &

What causes this issue?

In the <DS:DE.ESETEXTCAT>User-Defined Text Type</> field, you selected
the user-defined text type &V1& that does not allow you to assign a
document.

System Response

In the <DS:DE.ESEHEADER>User-Def. Text/Document</> field there is no
input help available.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_SUB028 - Function not possible for user-defined text type & ?

  The SAP error message CM_SUB028, which states "Function not possible for user-defined text type &", typically occurs when there is an attempt to perform an operation on a user-defined text type that is not supported by the system. This can happen in various contexts, such as when working with text elements in SAP scripts, Smart Forms, or other text management functionalities.
  
  Cause:
  
  User-Defined Text Type: The error indicates that the operation you are trying to perform is not applicable to the specific user-defined text type you are working with. This could be due to the text type not being configured correctly or not being supported for the operation you are attempting.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with how the text types are defined in the system, or the text type may not have the necessary attributes or settings to allow the operation.
  Functionality Limitations: Certain functions in SAP may only be applicable to