How To Fix MSITEM027 - No texts exist for the document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MSITEM - Line Item Display with ALV, RFITEM**

• Message number: 027

• Message text: No texts exist for the document

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MSITEM027 - No texts exist for the document ?

  The SAP error message MSITEM027: No texts exist for the document typically occurs when you are trying to access or display a document (such as a material document, purchase order, or sales order) that does not have any associated text entries. This can happen in various SAP modules, including Materials Management (MM) and Sales and Distribution (SD).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Texts: The document you are trying to access simply does not have any text entries associated with it. This could be due to the document being created without any text or the text being deleted.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that prevent texts from being created or displayed.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the texts associated with the document.
  Document Type: Certain document types may not support text entries, leading to this error when attempting to access them.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document for Texts: Verify if the document in question is supposed to have texts. You can do this by checking the document details in the relevant transaction (e.g., ME23N for purchase orders).
  Create Texts: If the document is supposed to have texts but they are missing, you can create them manually. This can usually be done in the document display or change transaction by navigating to the text tab.
  Review Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to ensure that the text settings for the relevant document type are correctly configured.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that your user profile has the necessary authorizations to view and create texts. This may require coordination with your SAP security team.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling texts for the type of document you are working with.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for the document type you are working with (e.g., ME23N for purchase orders, VA03 for sales orders).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team for further investigation.