How To Fix O7090 - Free text for selected text ID already exists.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: O7 - IS-Oil: MRN Marketing Retail Network messages

• Message number: 090

• Message text: Free text for selected text ID already exists.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O7090 - Free text for selected text ID already exists. ?

  The SAP error message O7090, which states "Free text for selected text ID already exists," typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a free text entry in SAP, and the text ID you are using already has an existing entry in the system. This can happen in various modules where free text entries are utilized, such as in purchasing documents, sales orders, or other master data.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entry: The most common cause of this error is that there is already a free text entry associated with the specified text ID in the system.
  Incorrect Text ID: You may be trying to use a text ID that is not intended for the current context or has been incorrectly specified.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that lead to the system recognizing the text ID as already being in use.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Entries: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or table where the free text is being entered.
  Check if there is already an existing entry for the specified text ID. You can do this by using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to view the relevant tables (e.g., STXH for text headers, STXL for text lines).
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Existing Entry:
  
  If you find an existing entry that you do not need, you can delete it or modify it as necessary.
  If the existing entry is valid and should remain, consider using a different text ID for your new entry.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Text ID: If the text ID is already in use and you need to create a new entry, simply choose a different text ID that does not conflict with existing entries.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working in to understand the rules around text IDs and free text entries.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Text Management in SAP: Understanding how SAP handles text management can help prevent such errors. Familiarize yourself with the concepts of text IDs, text types, and how they are used in different modules.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that can help you manage texts, such as:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE16: Data Browser
  SO10: Text Management
  
  
  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.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the O7090 error and successfully manage your free text entries in SAP.