How To Fix ID520 - Exactly one source needed for loading text (IBIPGETTXT)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ID - PM (IPRT) print messages, (IBIP) batch input messages

• Message number: 520

• Message text: Exactly one source needed for loading text (IBIPGETTXT)

What causes this issue?

The structure IBIPGETTXT allows texts to be copied from three possible
sources. These three sources are RTF, ITF and ASCII files. Either no
source has been selected or several have been selected.

System Response

The system cannot load a text.

How to fix this error?

Correct the batch input structures -> RECORD IBIPGETTXT

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ID520 - Exactly one source needed for loading text (IBIPGETTXT) ?

  The SAP error message ID520 "Exactly one source needed for loading text (IBIPGETTXT)" typically occurs when there is an issue with loading text data in SAP, particularly when the system expects a single source for the text but finds none or multiple sources instead. This error is often encountered in the context of text retrieval or loading operations, such as when working with text elements in SAP applications.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Sources: The system may have found multiple sources for the text, which leads to ambiguity about which source to use.
  Missing Source: The expected source for the text may not be defined or available in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the text management settings or in the way the text objects are defined.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from identifying a single source.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Text Sources: Verify the configuration of the text sources in the relevant application. Ensure that there is exactly one source defined for the text you are trying to load.
  Review Text Object Settings: Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE11 for Data Dictionary) and check the settings for the text object. Ensure that the text object is correctly defined and that it points to a valid source.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the data to ensure that there are no duplicates or missing entries that could lead to this error.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution to see where the error is being triggered and gather more information about the context.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues related to text loading.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to text management and loading processes to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE78 (SAP ArchiveLink), and SE37 (Function Module) to investigate text objects and their configurations.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.