How To Fix FQ504 - Long text for document cannot be saved

FQ504 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FQ - Payment Requests and Payment Program

• Message number: 504

• Message text: Long text for document cannot be saved

What causes this issue?

You have changed the long text and want to save this text in the
current document. However, this is not allowed since the document
number of the current document is not known to the system. However, in
order to produce a clear reference to the current document the document
number must be known.

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?

Refer to your system administration.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FQ504 - Long text for document cannot be saved ?

  The SAP error message FQ504, which states "Long text for document cannot be saved," typically occurs in the context of financial document processing, particularly when dealing with documents that require long text entries. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  Text Length Exceeded: The long text you are trying to save may exceed the allowed character limit for the document type or field.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to save long text entries in the document.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that prevent the saving of long text.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database constraints or system performance problems.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Text Length: Verify the length of the long text you are trying to save. Ensure it does not exceed the maximum allowed characters for that specific document type.
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