How To Fix IM114 - Cause catalog text does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IM - Maintenance notifications

• Message number: 114

• Message text: Cause catalog text does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IM114 - Cause catalog text does not exist ?

  The SAP error message IM114, which states "Cause catalog text does not exist," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) module or when dealing with maintenance notifications and orders. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the text associated with a specific cause catalog entry.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Cause Catalog Entry: The most common reason for this error is that the cause catalog entry you are trying to access does not exist in the system. This could be due to data not being maintained or an incorrect entry being referenced.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the cause catalog in the system, such as missing texts or incorrect settings.
  Transport Issues: If the cause catalog was recently transported from another system, it may not have been fully transported, leading to missing entries.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Cause Catalog Entries:
  
  Go to the transaction code IE02 (Change Equipment) or IW21 (Create Notification) and check if the cause catalog entry exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it using transaction IE01 (Create Cause Catalog) or SPRO (Customizing) to maintain the cause catalog.
  
  
  
  Maintain Texts:
  
  If the entry exists but lacks a text description, you can maintain the text by navigating to the cause catalog and adding the necessary descriptions.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the cause catalog in the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO). Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the cause catalog was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and maintain cause catalog entries.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  IE01: Create Cause Catalog
  IE02: Change Cause Catalog
  IW21: Create Notification
  SPRO: Access Customizing settings
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on maintaining cause catalogs and related texts.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to the cause catalog.
  
  
  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.