How To Fix CMD_MATERIAL_API013 - Text "&2" is ignored as TDID &1 is not supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMD_MATERIAL_API - Message Class for Sydney Material API Layer

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Text "&2" is ignored as TDID &1 is not supported

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMD_MATERIAL_API013 - Text "&2" is ignored as TDID &1 is not supported ?

  The SAP error message CMD_MATERIAL_API013 indicates that a specific text (represented by "&2") is being ignored because the text ID (TDID) represented by "&1" is not supported in the context of the operation you are trying to perform. This error typically arises when working with material master data or related APIs in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported Text ID: The text ID you are trying to use is not defined or not supported in the system for the material or the operation you are performing.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the material master settings or the text types that are allowed for the material.
  Data Inconsistency: The data being processed may have inconsistencies, such as missing or incorrect text IDs.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Text ID Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) and check the table TTXID to see if the text ID you are using is defined.
  Ensure that the text ID is valid for the material type you are working with.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Settings:
  
  Use transaction code MM02 to check the material master data and see if the text types are correctly assigned.
  Ensure that the relevant text types are activated for the material type in question.
  
  
  
  Adjust API Call:
  
  If you are using an API or a custom program, ensure that you are passing the correct text ID that is supported for the operation.
  Modify the API call to exclude unsupported text IDs or to use valid ones.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation for the specific API or function module you are using to understand the supported text IDs and their usage.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates:
  
  Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest support packages and notes, as there may be fixes or enhancements related to text handling.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message CMD_MATERIAL_API013.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01, MM02, MM03 for material master maintenance, and SE37 for function module analysis.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution of the API to see where the unsupported text ID is being processed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.