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How To Fix FL212 - Enter a short text


FL212 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: FL - Function Builder messages

  • Message number: 212

  • Message text: Enter a short text

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  • What causes this issue?

    You attempted to create a function module without entering a <LS>short
    text</>.

    System Response

    The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

    How to fix this error?

    Enter a short text.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


FL212 - Details

  • The SAP error message FL212, which states "Enter a short text," typically occurs when a user is trying to create or modify a financial document, such as a journal entry or a vendor invoice, and has not provided a required short text description for the entry. This short text is essential for identifying the transaction and is a mandatory field in many SAP transactions.
    
    Cause: The primary cause of the FL212 error is the absence of a short text in the relevant field. In SAP, the short text is often used to summarize the nature of the transaction, and it is required for proper documentation and reporting.
    Solution: To resolve the FL212 error, follow these steps: Locate the Short Text Field: In the transaction screen where the error occurs, find the field labeled "Short Text" or similar. Enter a Description: Provide a brief description of the transaction. This should be concise yet descriptive enough to convey

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