How To Fix EC370 - Choose an existing function text first

EC370 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EC - Development environment: Menu Painter

• Message number: 370

• Message text: Choose an existing function text first

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EC370 - Details

• The SAP error message EC370, which states "Choose an existing function text first," typically occurs in the context of SAP's configuration or customization processes, particularly when dealing with function texts in the system. This error is often encountered when a user attempts to create or modify a function text without first selecting an existing one.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Selection: The user has not selected an existing function text before trying to create or modify a new one.
  Incorrect Navigation: The user may have navigated to the function text creation screen without properly selecting a function text from the list.
  Authorization Issues: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or select existing function texts.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select an Existing Function Text: Before attempting to create or modify a function text, ensure that you select an existing function text from the list provided in the application. This is usually done by navigating to the