How To Fix DS568 - &1 is a customer text. There is no original

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DS - Messages for Editing Text Elements in ABAP Programs

• Message number: 568

• Message text: &1 is a customer text. There is no original

What causes this issue?

The text was created in a customer system. It is therefore not
possible to display an original version of the text.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DS568 - &1 is a customer text. There is no original ?

  The SAP error message "DS568 &1 is a customer text. There is no original" typically occurs in the context of data management or when dealing with text elements in SAP, particularly in the context of customer-specific texts or translations.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Original Text: The error indicates that the system is trying to access a customer text (a text that has been customized for a specific customer) but cannot find the corresponding original text. This often happens when the original text has not been created or has been deleted.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of text management in the SAP system, leading to inconsistencies between customer texts and their originals.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or if there have been changes in the text management settings, it may lead to missing links between customer texts and their originals.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Text Maintenance: Go to the relevant transaction (like SE11 for Data Dictionary or SE78 for text management) and check if the original text exists. If it does not, you may need to create it.
  Create Original Text: If the original text is missing, you can create it manually. Ensure that the text type and language match the customer text.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for text management in your SAP system. Ensure that the settings allow for the creation and maintenance of original texts.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the relevant tables to identify any discrepancies between customer texts and their originals.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing texts in your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE78 (SAP ArchiveLink), or SO10 (Text Management) for managing texts.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide specific fixes or workarounds.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify texts in the system.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the necessary texts are properly maintained in your SAP system.