How To Fix FB498 - Select requests with standard text first of all

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FB - Batch Programs

• Message number: 498

• Message text: Select requests with standard text first of all

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FB498 - Select requests with standard text first of all ?

  The SAP error message FB498 ("Select requests with standard text first of all") typically occurs when you are trying to process a document or transaction that requires a standard text but the system is unable to find or select the appropriate standard text.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Standard Text: The standard text that is supposed to be used in the transaction is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Text ID: The text ID being referenced may not exist or is incorrectly specified.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the standard text.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the text management settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Standard Text: 
  
  Go to transaction SO10 (Standard Text) and check if the required standard text exists.
  If it does not exist, create the necessary standard text.
  
  
  
  Verify Text ID: 
  
  Ensure that the correct text ID is being used in the transaction. If you are unsure, consult with your SAP administrator or check the documentation.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check: 
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use standard texts. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review: 
  
  Review the configuration settings related to text management in your SAP system. This may involve checking the settings in transaction SPRO under the relevant application area.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on standard text usage and management.
  
  
  
  Contact Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SO10: For creating and managing standard texts.
  SPRO: For configuration settings.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.
  
  
  
  User Forums: 
  
  Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FB498 error and successfully process your transaction.