How To Fix KE451 - Table & contains data elements without texts

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 451

• Message text: Table & contains data elements without texts

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE451 - Table & contains data elements without texts ?

  The SAP error message KE451 indicates that a specific table (in this case, table &) contains data elements that do not have associated texts. This typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) module transactions, where certain data elements are expected to have descriptive texts for better understanding and reporting.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Texts: The primary cause of this error is that the data elements in the specified table do not have corresponding text entries in the text tables. This can happen if the texts were not created during the configuration or if they were deleted or not properly maintained.
  Configuration Issues: Sometimes, the configuration settings in the controlling area or the specific settings for the data elements may not have been completed correctly.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, it is possible that the text entries were not included in the transport request.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Text Entries: 
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE11 for Data Dictionary) and check the table definition for the data elements in question. Ensure that the corresponding text tables have entries for these data elements.
  Use transaction SE78 or SE11 to check if the texts exist for the data elements.
  
  
  
  Create Missing Texts:
  
  If texts are missing, you can create them using transaction SE11 or SE78. You will need to enter the appropriate language and provide the necessary descriptions for the data elements.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the controlling area to ensure that all necessary settings have been completed. This can be done through transaction SPRO and navigating to the relevant controlling settings.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport request to ensure that all necessary objects, including text entries, were included. If not, you may need to create a new transport request to include the missing texts.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the data elements and their expected texts.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE78: SAP ArchiveLink
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KE451 error and ensure that the necessary texts for the data elements are properly maintained.