How To Fix EI381 - Standard text & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 381

• Message text: Standard text & does not exist

What causes this issue?

You tried to enter a standard text &V1& that does not (yet) exist.

System Response

The system does not allow this entry.

How to fix this error?

Change your entry or create a standard text using the "Text
maintenance" function.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EI381 - Standard text & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message EI381, which states "Standard text & does not exist," typically occurs when the system is unable to find a standard text that is referenced in a program or transaction. This can happen for various reasons, such as the text not being created, being deleted, or being incorrectly referenced.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Standard Text: The standard text you are trying to use has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Text ID: The text ID or name being referenced is incorrect or misspelled.
  Transport Issues: The standard text may exist in a different client or system but has not been transported to the current environment.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the standard text.
  Client-Specific Data: The standard text may exist in another client but not in the one you are currently using.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Create the Standard Text:
  
  Use transaction code SO10 to create the missing standard text. Ensure that you use the correct text ID and language.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Verify that the text ID you are using is spelled correctly and matches the one defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Transport the Standard Text:
  
  If the standard text exists in another client, you may need to transport it to the current client. This can be done using the transport management system (TMS).
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the standard text. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Client-Specific Check:
  
  If you are working in a development or test client, check if the standard text exists in the production client. If it does, you may need to create it in the current client.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction SE75:
  
  You can also check the standard texts using transaction SE75 to see if the text exists and is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Standard Texts: Standard texts in SAP are used to store frequently used text blocks that can be reused in various documents and forms.
  Text Management: Understanding how text management works in SAP can help in troubleshooting issues related to standard texts.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on managing standard texts and troubleshooting related issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.