How To Fix ED022 - Text & not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ED - ABAP/4 Editor messages

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Text & not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ED022 - Text & not found ?

  The SAP error message ED022, which states "Text & not found," typically occurs when the system is unable to find a specific text or description associated with a particular object, such as a material, customer, vendor, or other master data. This can happen for various reasons, including missing entries in the text tables or incorrect configuration.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Text Entries: The text for the specified object has not been maintained in the relevant text tables.
  Incorrect Language Settings: The text may exist, but it is not available in the language that the user is currently using.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing links between the master data and the text entries.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the text.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Maintain Text Entries:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., for materials, use MM02 to maintain material master data).
  Check if the text is maintained in the appropriate text tab (e.g., short text, long text).
  If not, add the necessary text entries.
  
  
  
  Check Language Settings:
  
  Ensure that the text is available in the language you are using. You can switch the language in the user settings or check if the text exists in another language.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the relevant text tables for the object in question.
  Ensure that the links between the master data and text entries are correctly established.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the text. This can be checked with the security team or through transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the program or transaction that is generating the error to identify the root cause.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the object type, you may use different transaction codes (e.g., MM02 for materials, VD02 for customers).
  Text Types: Familiarize yourself with the different types of texts (e.g., short text, long text) and their respective tables.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for guidance on maintaining texts for specific objects.
  
  If the problem continues after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.