How To Fix COM_TEXT006 - Text &1 &2: Text type missing

COM_TEXT006 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_TEXT - Messages: Texts

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Text &1 &2: Text type missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_TEXT006 - Text &1 &2: Text type missing ?

  The SAP error message COM_TEXT006 with the description "Text &1 &2: Text type missing" typically occurs in the context of SAP's text management functionality, particularly when dealing with texts associated with various objects (like materials, vendors, etc.). This error indicates that the system is unable to find a required text type for the specified object.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Text Type: The primary cause of this error is that the text type specified for the object (e.g., material, vendor) is not defined in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the text management settings, where the text type is not properly assigned or activated.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data where the text type is expected but not available for the specific object.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Text Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object).
  Navigate to the relevant area for text management (e.g., Materials Management, Sales and Distribution).
  Ensure that the