How To Fix CN691 - Maintain the item text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CN - Meldungen für Netzpläne

• Message number: 691

• Message text: Maintain the item text

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CN691 - Maintain the item text ?

  The SAP error message CN691, which states "Maintain the item text," typically occurs in the context of project management or when dealing with project-related documents in SAP. This error indicates that the system requires a text description for a specific item, such as a work breakdown structure (WBS) element or a project item, and that this text has not been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Item Text: The most common cause of this error is that the item (e.g., WBS element, activity, or project item) does not have a description or text associated with it.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the project system that require item texts to be mandatory.
  Data Entry Oversight: Users may have overlooked entering the required text during the creation or modification of the project item.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CN691 error, you need to maintain the item text for the relevant project item. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Project Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ02 (Change Project).
  Enter the project number or select the project you are working on.
  
  
  
  Locate the Item:
  
  Navigate to the specific item (WBS element or activity) that is causing the error.
  
  
  
  Maintain Item Text:
  
  Select the item and look for the "Texts" tab or section.
  Enter the required text description in the appropriate field.
  Ensure that the text is meaningful and complies with any organizational standards.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the text, save your changes to the project.
  
  
  
  Recheck:
  
  Attempt to perform the action that previously triggered the error to confirm that it has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N, CJ02, CJ03 (Display Project), and CJ88 (Settlement).
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to modify project items and maintain texts.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines for maintaining project texts and descriptions.
  Training: If you frequently encounter this error, consider additional training on project management within SAP to better understand the requirements for maintaining project data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the Project System module.