How To Fix M3505 - Text must be selected for batch input

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 505

• Message text: Text must be selected for batch input

What causes this issue?

You must select the text you want to create or change.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Enter the selection indicator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3505 - Text must be selected for batch input ?

  The SAP error message M3505 ("Text must be selected for batch input") typically occurs when you are trying to perform a batch input operation, such as creating or updating material master records, and the system requires a text field to be filled in but it is missing.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Text Entries: The batch input session is attempting to process a material or document that requires a text entry, but the corresponding text field is empty.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration for the material master or the specific transaction may require certain text fields to be filled in, and these fields are not being populated in the batch input data.
  Data Format Issues: The data being fed into the batch input session may not be in the expected format, leading to the system not recognizing the text entries.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the M3505 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Batch Input Data: Review the data being used for the batch input session. Ensure that all required text fields are populated with valid entries. This may involve checking the input file or the data being passed to the transaction.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the material master or the specific transaction you are working with. Ensure that the text fields that are required are correctly set up and that your batch input data aligns with these requirements.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: If you are using a specific transaction code for batch input, ensure that you are using the correct transaction and that it supports the operations you are trying to perform.
  
  
  Test with Manual Entry: Try to manually enter the data using the same transaction to see if the text fields are indeed required. This can help you identify which fields need to be populated in your batch input.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can debug the batch input session to see where the error is occurring and what specific text field is causing the issue.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific transaction or module you are working with to understand the requirements for text fields.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01, MM02, or MM03 for material master data, as these may be involved in your batch input process.
  Batch Input Sessions: Understand how to create and manage batch input sessions in SAP, including how to monitor and troubleshoot them.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the specific error message or transaction you are working with, as there may be known issues or patches available.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the M3505 error in your SAP environment.