How To Fix MI_MGMT104 - Text update error

MI_MGMT104 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MI_MGMT - MI: Device Management

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Text update error

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MI_MGMT104 - Details

• The SAP error message MI_MGMT104, which indicates a "Text update error," typically occurs during the processing of material documents or inventory management transactions. This error can arise due to various reasons, including issues with text elements, database inconsistencies, or problems with the underlying data structure.
  Causes:
  
  Database Locking Issues: If another transaction is locking the database table that is being updated, it can lead to this error.
  Missing Text Elements: If the text elements that are supposed to be updated do not exist or are not properly defined in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the text update.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as missing or incorrect references.
  System 
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system can lead to errors during text updates.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction code SM12 to check for any locks on the relevant database tables.