How To Fix GC348 - Short text not defined for item &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GC - Error Messages for Consolidation/Extended General Ledger

• Message number: 348

• Message text: Short text not defined for item &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GC348 - Short text not defined for item & ?

  The SAP error message GC348, which states "Short text not defined for item &," typically occurs when there is a missing short text description for a specific item in the system. This can happen in various contexts, such as during the creation of purchase orders, sales orders, or when working with material master records.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Short Text: The most common cause is that the item in question does not have a short text defined in the material master or relevant master data.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the material type or item category that does not allow for a short text to be defined.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, it’s possible that the short text was not included or was not properly mapped.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Short Text:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM02).
  Enter the material number and select the appropriate views (e.g., Basic Data 1).
  Ensure that the short text field is filled in. If it is empty, enter a valid short text description and save the changes.
  
  
  
  Check Item Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the material type or item category to ensure that they allow for short text entries.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP configuration team to make adjustments.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  If the error occurs during data migration, validate the data to ensure that all required fields, including short text, are populated correctly.
  Use transaction codes like MASS or LSMW for mass changes if needed.
  
  
  
  Check Language Settings:
  
  Ensure that the short text is defined for the correct language. If your system is set to a specific language, the short text must be available in that language.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM02 (Change Material Master)
  MM03 (Display Material Master)
  ME21N (Create Purchase Order)
  VA01 (Create Sales Order)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to modify material master data.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on material master data management and error handling.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for additional assistance.