How To Fix MG264 - Transaction &: sales texts skipped

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MG - Batch input: material master

• Message number: 264

• Message text: Transaction &: sales texts skipped

What causes this issue?

The sales text view is not active. The reasons for this may be that:
You have not selected the sales text view.
You are not authorized to access sales texts.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MG264 - Transaction &: sales texts skipped ?

  The SAP error message MG264 ("Transaction &: sales texts skipped") typically occurs during the processing of sales documents, such as sales orders or delivery documents, when the system encounters issues related to sales texts. This error indicates that the system has skipped the processing of sales texts for the transaction due to certain conditions not being met.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Sales Texts: The sales text may not be maintained for the material or the sales document type.
  Text Determination Procedure: The text determination procedure may not be correctly configured, leading to the system not finding the appropriate texts.
  Text Type Configuration: The specific text type required for the transaction may not be set up in the system.
  Document Type Settings: The document type settings may not allow for the inclusion of sales texts.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or process sales texts.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Sales Texts: Verify that the sales texts are maintained for the relevant materials and sales document types. You can do this by navigating to the material master or sales document settings.
  Review Text Determination Procedure: Ensure that the text determination procedure is correctly configured in the system. This includes checking the assignment of text types to the relevant document types.
  Configure Text Types: If necessary, configure the required text types in the system. This can be done in the customizing settings under Sales and Distribution (SD) > Basic Functions > Texts > Text Determination.
  Document Type Settings: Check the settings for the document type being used to ensure that it allows for sales texts. This can be done in the customizing settings under Sales and Distribution > Sales > Sales Document > Define Sales Document Types.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and process sales texts. This may involve checking user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material), VA01 (Create Sales Order), or VD02 (Change Customer) to check and maintain sales texts.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to sales texts and the error message MG264.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on text determination and configuration in the Sales and Distribution module.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for further assistance.