How To Fix O9822 - The text has already been created in language &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: O9 - IS-Oil: TD - Scheduling, loading, delivery confirmation

• Message number: 822

• Message text: The text has already been created in language &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O9822 - The text has already been created in language & ?

  The SAP error message O9822 indicates that a text entry you are trying to create or modify already exists in the specified language. This typically occurs when you attempt to create a new text entry for a material, vendor, or other master data in a language that already has an existing text.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Text Entry: The text you are trying to create already exists for the specified object in the specified language.
  Incorrect Language Selection: You may have selected the wrong language or are trying to create a text entry in a language that already has an entry.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Texts: Before creating a new text entry, check if a text already exists for the specified object in the specified language. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., MM02 for material master) and viewing the existing texts.
  
  
  Modify Existing Text: If a text already exists, you can modify it instead of creating a new one. Use the appropriate transaction to edit the existing text.
  
  
  Use a Different Language: If you need to create a new text entry, consider using a different language that does not have an existing entry.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on handling text entries for the relevant object type.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to text management include:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  ME01: Create Info Record
  ME02: Change Info Record
  
  
  Text Types: Understand the different types of texts (e.g., short text, long text) and their relevance to the object you are working with.
  Language Settings: Ensure that your user profile and the system settings are correctly configured for the languages you are working with.
  
  If the issue persists after checking for existing texts and modifying them, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.