How To Fix ME009 - System error (text name empty in text object & and text ID &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 009

• Message text: System error (text name empty in text object & and text ID &)

What causes this issue?

A system error has occurred. The document number could not be assigned
to the individual texts of the document.
It is therefore not possible to save the document.

How can this happen?

The newly created purchase order no. 45...100 contains text1 and text2.
The number 45...100 must be assigned to both texts. If this assignment
cannot be made, the system cannot find the texts for the document.

How to fix this error?

Please contact your system administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME009 - System error (text name empty in text object & and text ID &) ?

  The SAP error message ME009, which states "System error (text name empty in text object & and text ID &)," typically occurs when the system is trying to access a text object or text ID that is not properly defined or is missing in the SAP system. This can happen in various contexts, such as during the creation or modification of purchase orders, material master records, or other documents that utilize text elements.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Text Object or ID: The text object or ID that the system is trying to access does not exist or is not defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of text types or text objects in the relevant module (e.g., MM, SD).
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the text tables.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain text objects.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Text Object and ID: Verify that the text object and text ID referenced in the error message are correctly defined in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system.
  Maintain Texts: If the text object is missing, you may need to create or maintain the necessary texts using transaction codes like SO10 (for standard texts) or ME21N (for purchase orders).
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for text types in the relevant module (e.g., MM, SD) to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  Check for Data Inconsistencies: Use transaction codes like SE11 to check the relevant database tables for any inconsistencies or missing entries.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and maintain the text objects.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and SO10 (Maintain Texts).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to text management in the relevant module to understand how text objects and IDs are structured and maintained.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.