How To Fix D9378 - No phrase exists for the selection criteria specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: D9 - Environment Management System

• Message number: 378

• Message text: No phrase exists for the selection criteria specified

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message D9378 - No phrase exists for the selection criteria specified ?

  The SAP error message D9378 ("No phrase exists for the selection criteria specified") typically occurs when the system is unable to find a specific phrase or text that matches the criteria you have provided in your selection. This can happen in various contexts, such as when working with text elements in SAP applications, including but not limited to, SAPscript, Smart Forms, or other text-related functionalities.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Text Elements: The phrase or text you are trying to access does not exist in the system for the specified language or context.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria you have entered may be incorrect or not matching any existing entries.
  Language Settings: The language settings in your user profile may not match the language of the text you are trying to access.
  Transport Issues: If the text elements were recently transported from another system, they may not have been properly imported or may be missing.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Text Existence: Verify if the text or phrase you are trying to access actually exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant text maintenance transaction (e.g., SE63 for translation, SE78 for SAPscript, etc.) and checking for the specific text.
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Double-check the selection criteria you are using. Ensure that they are correct and that you are not missing any required fields.
  
  
  Language Settings: Ensure that your user profile is set to the correct language. You can check this in the user settings (transaction SU01) under the "Defaults" tab.
  
  
  Transport Check: If the text was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  
  
  Create Missing Text: If the text does not exist, you may need to create it. Use the appropriate transaction to create or maintain the text.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the specific context in which the error is occurring, consult the SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific module or functionality you are using.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE63 (Translation), SE78 (SAPscript), or SO10 (Text Management) for managing text elements.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional insights or similar experiences from other users.
  
  If the issue 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.