How To Fix LOP113 - Maintenance of header texts is not allowed (no text group). Key &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LOP - Logistical contract options

• Message number: 113

• Message text: Maintenance of header texts is not allowed (no text group). Key &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LOP113 - Maintenance of header texts is not allowed (no text group). Key &1 ?

  The SAP error message LOP113 ("Maintenance of header texts is not allowed (no text group). Key &1") typically occurs in the context of logistics or inventory management when you attempt to maintain or edit header texts for a document (like a purchase order, sales order, or delivery) that does not have a defined text group associated with it.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Text Group: The primary cause of this error is that the document you are trying to edit does not have a text group assigned. Text groups are used in SAP to categorize and manage texts associated with various documents.
  Configuration Issue: There may be a configuration issue in the SAP system where the text types or text groups are not properly set up for the document type you are working with.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may not allow for header text maintenance due to business rules or system settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Text Group Assignment:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the document type you are working with (e.g., purchase orders, sales orders).
  Ensure that a text group is assigned to the document type. This can usually be done in the customizing settings under the relevant module (e.g., Materials Management, Sales and Distribution).
  
  
  
  Assign a Text Group:
  
  If a text group is not assigned, you may need to create one or assign an existing text group that is appropriate for the document type.
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration path in SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) and setting up the text types and groups.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings:
  
  Check if the document type you are using has restrictions on text maintenance. You may need to consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to understand the business rules applied to that document type.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to text management in the specific module you are working with. This can provide insights into how to properly configure and manage texts.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to maintain header texts for the document type in question. Lack of proper authorization can sometimes lead to similar error messages.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, ME21N for creating purchase orders, or VA01 for creating sales orders, depending on the context of the error.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance on text management.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the LOP113 error and successfully maintain header texts for your documents in SAP.