How To Fix FMCA_BRF055 - Text symbol &1 not known

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCA_BRF - FMCA -> BRF Interface

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Text symbol &1 not known

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCA_BRF055 - Text symbol &1 not known ?

  The SAP error message FMCA_BRF055, which states "Text symbol &1 not known," typically occurs in the context of Business Rule Framework (BRF) applications. This error indicates that the system is trying to reference a text symbol that has not been defined or is not available in the current context.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Text Symbol: The text symbol referenced in the BRF rule or decision table does not exist in the specified language or context.
  Incorrect Configuration: The BRF configuration may be incorrect, leading to the system looking for a text symbol that is not defined.
  Transport Issues: If the BRF application was transported from one system to another, the text symbols may not have been included in the transport request.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Text Symbols: 
  
  Go to the BRF application and check the text symbols defined in the relevant decision table or rule. Ensure that the text symbol referenced in the error message exists.
  If it does not exist, create the necessary text symbol in the BRF application.
  
  
  
  Language Settings: 
  
  Ensure that the text symbol is available in the language you are using. If the text symbol is defined in a different language, you may need to create a translation for it.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: 
  
  Review the configuration of the BRF rules and decision tables to ensure that all references to text symbols are correct and that there are no typos or incorrect references.
  
  
  
  Transport Check: 
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport request to ensure that all necessary objects, including text symbols, were included. If not, you may need to transport the missing objects.
  
  
  
  Debugging: 
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the BRF application to trace where the error is occurring and gather more context about the missing text symbol.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BRF Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for the Business Rule Framework for more details on managing text symbols and rules.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the FMCA_BRF055 error.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the FMCA_BRF055 error message.