How To Fix MH136 - The text ID & is not defined for MAMT


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: MH - Maintain Material Master Data (Retail)

  • Message number: 136

  • Message text: The text ID & is not defined for MAMT

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MH136 - The text ID & is not defined for MAMT ?

    The SAP error message MH136, which states "The text ID & is not defined for MAMT," typically occurs in the context of Material Management (MM) or related modules when the system is unable to find a specific text ID associated with a material master record or a related object.

    Cause:

    1. Missing Text ID: The text ID specified in the error message is not defined in the system. This could happen if the text ID was never created or if it was deleted.
    2. Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the text management settings for the material master or related objects.
    3. Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the relevant tables that store text IDs and their definitions.

    Solution:

    1. Check Text ID Configuration:

      • Go to the transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) and check the relevant tables (like MAST, MARA, etc.) to see if the text ID exists.
      • Use transaction SE78 to check if the text ID is defined in the text management settings.
    2. Define the Missing Text ID:

      • If the text ID is indeed missing, you can create it using transaction MM02 (Change Material) or MM01 (Create Material) depending on your needs.
      • Navigate to the relevant view (e.g., Basic Data, Sales, etc.) and enter the text ID to define it.
    3. Check Customizing Settings:

      • Use transaction SPRO to access the SAP Reference IMG and navigate to the relevant sections for Material Management to ensure that the text types and IDs are properly configured.
    4. Transport Requests:

      • If the text ID was recently created in a development environment, ensure that it has been transported to the production environment.
    5. Consult Documentation:

      • Review SAP documentation or help files related to text management in the material master for additional guidance.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes:

      • MM01 - Create Material
      • MM02 - Change Material
      • SE11 - Data Dictionary
      • SPRO - Customizing
      • SE78 - SAP ArchiveLink
    • SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.

    • User Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to create or modify text IDs in the material master.

    If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.

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