How To Fix EI148 - Request text not entered or preset, plant: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EI - Foreign Trade: Gen. Output

• Message number: 148

• Message text: Request text not entered or preset, plant: &

What causes this issue?

A specification for the maintenance text description is missing in the
system and therefore the notification to the vendor cannot be created.

System Response

Processing is rejected.

How to fix this error?

In the maintenance text description field, enter a text number. This
text has to have been created in the general SAP standard text
maintenance.
Alternatively, you can set the necessary standard texts (request,
dunning and frame text) in Customizing. <DS:TRAN.VE78>Execute function
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EI148 - Request text not entered or preset, plant: & ?

  The SAP error message EI148 ("Request text not entered or preset, plant: &") typically occurs in the context of creating or processing a purchase requisition or a purchase order. This error indicates that the system expects a text entry for a specific request or document, but it has not been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Text Entry: The most common cause is that the user has not entered any text in the relevant field where a request text is expected.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the material management (MM) module that require a text entry for certain plants or materials.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to enter text in the required fields.
  Default Settings: The system may not have default text set up for the specific plant or material.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Request Text: When creating or editing the purchase requisition or order, ensure that you enter the required text in the appropriate field.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system to see if the text entry is mandatory for the specific plant or material. This can be done by checking the settings in the purchasing view of the material master or the relevant document type.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to enter text. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to adjust the user roles.
  Set Default Text: If applicable, set up default text for the plant or material in the system to avoid this error in the future.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more specific guidance related to your version of SAP and the context in which the error occurs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition), ME21N (Create Purchase Order), and ME52N (Change Purchase Requisition) where this error might occur.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the importance of entering required texts and how to do so effectively.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the MM module for further assistance.