How To Fix DS620 - The text for selection text &1 is not an ABAP Dictionary text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 620

• Message text: The text for selection text &1 is not an ABAP Dictionary text

What causes this issue?

The selection text for the specified selection is not flagged as a Data
Dictionary text. Therefore, the flag cannot be removed.

How to fix this error?

Check whether the cursor is in the required position or whether you
have selected the correct function.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DS620 - The text for selection text &1 is not an ABAP Dictionary text ?

  The SAP error message DS620, which states "The text for selection text &1 is not an ABAP Dictionary text," typically occurs when there is an issue with the selection text associated with a field in a report or program. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid text for the specified selection field in the ABAP Dictionary.
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Texts: The selection text for the specified field is either missing or incorrectly defined in the ABAP Dictionary.
  Field Not Defined in Dictionary: The field referenced in the selection text may not be defined in the ABAP Dictionary, or it may not have a corresponding text entry.
  Transport Issues: If the program or report was transported from one system to another, the selection texts may not have been transported correctly.
  Custom Development: If the selection text is part of a custom development, it may not have been properly defined or activated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check ABAP Dictionary: 
  
  Go to transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) and check the field associated with the selection text. Ensure that the field has a valid text entry.
  If the field is a custom field, ensure that it has been defined correctly in the Data Dictionary.
  
  
  
  Define Selection Text:
  
  If the selection text is missing, you can define it by going to transaction SE11, selecting the appropriate table or structure, and adding the text in the "Field Label" section.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects, including selection texts, were transported correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Program Code:
  
  Review the program or report code to ensure that the selection text is being referenced correctly. Look for any typos or incorrect references.
  
  
  
  Re-activate Objects:
  
  If you have made changes to the Data Dictionary or the program, try re-activating the objects to ensure that all changes are applied.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the error persists, consult SAP documentation or support for further troubleshooting steps specific to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), SE38 (ABAP Editor).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the program to see where the error is triggered and gather more context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the DS620 error message in SAP.