How To Fix CRM_BTIL_OBJ014 - No text determination procedure is assigned to item category '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_BTIL_OBJ - Messages when processing business transaction objects

• Message number: 014

• Message text: No text determination procedure is assigned to item category '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_BTIL_OBJ014 - No text determination procedure is assigned to item category '&1' ?

  The SAP error message CRM_BTIL_OBJ014 indicates that there is no text determination procedure assigned to the specified item category in the SAP CRM system. This error typically occurs when you are trying to create or process a business transaction (like a sales order, service order, etc.) that requires text determination, but the system cannot find the necessary configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The item category you are using does not have a text determination procedure assigned in the configuration settings.
  Incorrect Item Category: The item category may not be set up correctly or may not be intended for the type of transaction you are processing.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or modifications in the system, they might not have been properly configured to handle text determination.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to assign a text determination procedure to the relevant item category. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Customer Relationship Management -> Master Data -> Business Partner -> Define Text Determination Procedures.
  
  
  
  Check Text Determination Procedures:
  
  Review the existing text determination procedures to ensure that they meet your requirements.
  If necessary, create a new text determination procedure that fits your needs.
  
  
  
  Assign Text Determination Procedure:
  
  Navigate to the item category configuration: SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Customer Relationship Management -> Sales Order -> Define Item Categories.
  Find the item category that is causing the error.
  In the configuration for that item category, assign the appropriate text determination procedure.
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the necessary changes, save your configuration.
  
  
  Test the Transaction: Go back to the transaction that was causing the error and try to execute it again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Text Determination: Text determination in SAP allows you to manage and maintain texts (like descriptions, notes, etc.) associated with business transactions. It is essential for ensuring that relevant information is captured and displayed correctly.
  Item Categories: Item categories define the behavior of items in sales documents and can control various aspects such as pricing, availability checks, and text determination.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more detailed information on configuring text determination procedures and item categories.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation, as there may be additional underlying issues or customizations affecting the configuration.