How To Fix COM_TEXT_CUST170 - Selection only useful for an individual text object

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_TEXT_CUST - Messages for Text Customizing

• Message number: 170

• Message text: Selection only useful for an individual text object

What causes this issue?

The input help for the text determination procedure or the access
sequence was called up and you have either:
Made no entry in the field for the text object
OR
Set the indicator for analysis of all text objects

System Response

No input help is offered. This is only useful if the text object has
already been defined.

How to fix this error?

Enter a text object and set the indicator <ZK>All Text Objects</> to
initial.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_TEXT_CUST170 - Selection only useful for an individual text object ?

  The SAP error message COM_TEXT_CUST170 typically indicates that a selection made in the system is only applicable for an individual text object. This error often arises when users attempt to perform operations that require a specific text object, but the selection criteria do not match the expected parameters for that object.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The user may have selected multiple text objects or a range of objects that are not compatible with the operation being performed.
  Text Object Configuration: The text object may not be configured to allow for the selection of multiple entries or may require specific parameters to be set.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the selected text objects.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Ensure that the selection criteria used in the transaction or report is appropriate for the text object you are working with. If the operation requires an individual text object, make sure to select only one.
  Check Text Object Configuration: Verify the configuration of the text object in the system. This may involve checking the settings in the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) to ensure that it allows for the intended operations.
  User Authorization: Confirm that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the text objects. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the text object in question and the operations that can be performed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the transaction codes related to text management in SAP, such as SO10 (Text Management) or SE63 (Translation).
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.