How To Fix DS579 - Key &1 not allowed for text symbols

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 579

• Message text: Key &1 not allowed for text symbols

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DS579 - Key &1 not allowed for text symbols ?

  The SAP error message DS579, which states "Key &1 not allowed for text symbols," typically occurs when there is an issue with the text symbols in your SAP application. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when you are trying to use a text symbol that is not defined or is not accessible in the current context.
  
  Cause:
  
  Undefined Text Symbol: The text symbol you are trying to use may not be defined in the relevant text pool.
  Incorrect Key: The key you are using to reference the text symbol may be incorrect or not allowed in the current context.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization restrictions preventing access to the text symbol.
  Transport Issues: If the text symbol was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Text Symbol Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction SE63 (Translation) or SE80 (Object Navigator) and check if the text symbol with