How To Fix LQ304 - Text cannot be created as & (as there is no reference &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LQ - Proposal Pool Management

• Message number: 304

• Message text: Text cannot be created as & (as there is no reference &)

What causes this issue?

You tried to create a length variant although no proposal currently
exists.

System Response

A length variant must refer to an existing proposal.

How to fix this error?

Save the target text to create a system standard.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LQ304 - Text cannot be created as & (as there is no reference &) ?

  The SAP error message LQ304 indicates that a text cannot be created because there is no reference available for the specified object. This typically occurs in the context of logistics or inventory management when trying to create or maintain texts for certain objects (like materials, vendors, etc.) without the necessary reference data.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Reference Object: The primary cause of this error is that the system cannot find the reference object that is required to create the text. This could be due to:
  
  The reference object (like a material or vendor) not being created or not existing in the system.
  The reference object being inactive or deleted.
  Incorrect configuration or settings in the text management.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Text Type: The text type you are trying to create may not be valid for the object you are working with.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Reference Object: Ensure that the reference object (e.g., material, vendor) exists in the system. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the relevant transaction (like MM03 for materials) and checking if the object is available.
  If it does not exist, create the necessary reference object.
  
  
  
  Verify Object Status: If the reference object exists, check its status to ensure it is active and not marked for deletion.
  
  
  Review Text Type Configuration: Ensure that the text type you are trying to create is correctly configured in the system. You can check this in the customizing settings (transaction SPRO) under the relevant text management settings.
  
  
  Use Correct Transaction: Make sure you are using the correct transaction for creating the text. Sometimes, using the wrong transaction can lead to this error.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the configuration or the process, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) for materials, or similar transactions for other objects.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Text Management: Understand how text management works in SAP, including the different types of texts (short texts, long texts, etc.) and their configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.