How To Fix MM045 - No long texts exist for the materials selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM - Messages for material master maintenance and Customizing

• Message number: 045

• Message text: No long texts exist for the materials selected

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM045 - No long texts exist for the materials selected ?

  The SAP error message MM045: No long texts exist for the materials selected typically occurs when you attempt to access or display long text information for a material in the Materials Management (MM) module, but the long text has not been maintained for that specific material.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Long Texts: The primary cause of this error is that the long text for the selected material has not been created or maintained in the system.
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number you are trying to access may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Text Type Not Defined: The specific text type you are trying to access may not be defined for the material.
  Authorization Issues: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the long texts.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create Long Texts:
  
  Navigate to the material master record for the specific material.
  Go to the "Long Texts" section and create or maintain the long text as needed.
  You can do this by using transaction code MM02 (Change Material) and selecting the appropriate view for long texts.
  
  
  
  Check Material Number:
  
  Ensure that the material number you are trying to access is correct and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Verify Text Type:
  
  Check if the text type you are trying to access is defined for the material. You can do this by reviewing the material master data.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view long texts. If you suspect authorization issues, contact your SAP security administrator.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  You can use transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order) or MM03 (Display Material) to check if long texts are available for the material.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Long Texts in SAP: Long texts in SAP are used to provide detailed descriptions or additional information about materials, vendors, or other objects. They can be maintained in various areas, including material master records, purchase orders, and more.
  Text Management: SAP allows for different types of texts (short texts, long texts, etc.) to be maintained for various objects. Understanding how to manage these texts is crucial for effective data management in SAP.
  SAP Documentation: For more detailed information, refer to the official SAP documentation or help resources related to material management and text management.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.