How To Fix MI_MGMT008 - Could not read text in the class

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MI_MGMT - MI: Device Management

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Could not read text in the class

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MI_MGMT008 - Could not read text in the class ?

  The SAP error message MI_MGMT008 ("Could not read text in the class") typically occurs when the system is unable to retrieve the text associated with a specific class in the Material Management (MM) module. This can happen for various reasons, including missing or incorrectly configured text elements, issues with the class itself, or problems with the underlying data.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Texts: The text for the specified class might not be maintained in the system.
  Incorrect Class Configuration: The class might not be properly configured or might not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the text for the class.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data or issues with the database that prevent the text from being read.
  Language Settings: The text might not be available in the language that the user is currently using.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Class Configuration:
  
  Go to the class in transaction CL02 (Change Class) and ensure that the class is correctly configured and exists in the system.
  Verify that the class type is appropriate for the material or object you are working with.
  
  
  
  Maintain Texts:
  
  If the text is missing, you can maintain it using transaction CL02. Navigate to the class and add the necessary texts.
  Ensure that the texts are maintained in the correct language.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to view the class and its texts. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Check Language Settings:
  
  Ensure that the user’s language settings are correct. If the text is not available in the user’s language, consider switching to a language where the text is available.
  
  
  
  Database Consistency:
  
  If you suspect data inconsistencies, you may need to run consistency checks or consult with your SAP Basis team to ensure that the database is functioning correctly.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. Sometimes, SAP releases patches or notes that provide solutions for known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CL02: Change Class
  CL03: Display Class
  SE11: Data Dictionary (to check table structures)
  
  
  
  Tables:
  
  CABN: Class Characteristics
  CAWN: Class Texts
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on class management and text maintenance.
  
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.