How To Fix FR022 - No text has been maintained for reference &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FR - Messages for FI Reporting

• Message number: 022

• Message text: No text has been maintained for reference &1

What causes this issue?

The text for the reference you selected has not been maintained in any
language.

System Response

This reference cannot be used.

How to fix this error?

Select a reference for which a text has been maintained, or select the
entry <LS>Without reference</> to create a blank notification.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FR022 - No text has been maintained for reference &1 ?

  The SAP error message FR022 ("No text has been maintained for reference &1") typically occurs when there is an attempt to access a text or description for a reference (like a cost center, internal order, or other master data) that has not been maintained in the system. This can happen in various contexts, such as during the posting of transactions or when generating reports.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Text Entries: The specific reference (e.g., cost center, internal order) does not have any associated text or description maintained in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The system may be configured to require text entries for certain references, and if they are not provided, this error will occur.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, some references may not have had their texts transferred correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Text for the Reference:
  
  Navigate to the relevant master data transaction (e.g., for cost centers, use transaction code KS01 to create or KS02 to change).
  Enter the reference number (e.g., cost center or internal order) that is causing the error.
  Go to the text tab and enter the required text or description.
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If the requirement for text is not necessary, check the configuration settings in the relevant module (e.g., controlling, financial accounting) to see if the requirement for text can be modified.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  If the error is occurring after a data migration, perform a consistency check to ensure that all necessary texts have been migrated correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the module you are working with.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for maintaining master data, such as KS01, KS02, KO01, KO02, etc.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to maintain texts for the relevant references.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.