How To Fix COM_DML_CUST073 - Text type &1: subelement level not currently supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_DML_CUST - MDF Messages

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Text type &1: subelement level not currently supported

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_DML_CUST073 - Text type &1: subelement level not currently supported ?

  The SAP error message COM_DML_CUST073 indicates that there is an issue with the text type specified in the context of a document or master data record. Specifically, the error message states that the subelement level for the specified text type is not currently supported. This typically occurs in the context of customizing or maintaining texts for various objects in SAP, such as materials, customers, or vendors.
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported Text Type: The text type you are trying to use may not be configured to support subelements. In SAP, certain text types are designed to work at specific levels (e.g., header level, item level) and may not support subelements.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the text management settings where the text type is not properly defined or linked to the relevant object.
  Data Entry Error: The error could also arise from incorrect data entry where the text type is not applicable to the context in which it is being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Text Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the customizing settings in SAP (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant area where text types are defined (e.g., Material Management, Sales and Distribution).
  Verify that the text type you are using is correctly configured and supports the level you are trying to use it at.
  
  
  
  Use Supported Text Types:
  
  If the text type you are trying to use does not support subelements, consider using a different text type that is compatible with the level you are working on.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Check the SAP documentation or help files related to text management for the specific module you are working with. This can provide insights into which text types are supported and how to configure them.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide additional insights or patches if this is a known issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE78 (SAPScript Forms), and SPRO (Customizing).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to COM_DML_CUST073 for any known issues or updates that may address this error.
  Text Management: Understanding how text management works in SAP can help prevent similar issues in the future. This includes knowing how to define and assign text types to various objects.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.