How To Fix ISSR481 - No text available for product type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ISSR - Message Class for Statutory Reporting

• Message number: 481

• Message text: No text available for product type &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ISSR481 - No text available for product type & ?

  The SAP error message ISSR481 "No text available for product type &" typically occurs when the system is unable to find a description or text for a specific product type in the relevant language or configuration. This can happen in various SAP modules, particularly in the context of product management or logistics.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Text Entries: The most common cause is that the text for the specified product type has not been maintained in the system.
  Language Settings: The text may exist, but it is not available in the language that the user is currently using.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of product types in the system, leading to missing or incorrect entries.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, some product types may not have been properly transferred, leading to missing descriptions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Product Type Texts:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., SPRO for configuration).
  Navigate to the section where product types are defined.
  Ensure that the text for the product type in question is maintained in the appropriate language.
  Use transaction OVK1 (for maintaining product types) to check and update the texts.
  
  
  
  Check Language Settings:
  
  Verify that the user’s language settings are correct.
  If the text exists in another language, consider switching the user interface language to see if the text appears.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for product types to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  If the issue arose after a data migration, perform a consistency check to ensure that all product types have the necessary texts and attributes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on maintaining product types and their texts.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO, OVK1, and others related to product management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to maintain product types and their texts.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ISSR481 error and ensure that product types are properly defined and described in your SAP system.