How To Fix PLM_AUDIT_APPL205 - Text object &1 not defined in SAPscript

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PLM_AUDIT_APPL - Audit Application

• Message number: 205

• Message text: Text object &1 not defined in SAPscript

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLM_AUDIT_APPL205 - Text object &1 not defined in SAPscript ?

  The SAP error message PLM_AUDIT_APPL205, which states "Text object &1 not defined in SAPscript," typically occurs when the system is trying to access a text object that has not been defined in the SAPscript text management system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when generating reports, forms, or documents that rely on specific text objects.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Text Object: The specified text object (indicated by &1 in the error message) is not defined in the SAPscript text management.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the text object may be incorrect or incomplete.
  Transport Issues: If the text object was supposed to be transported from another system (e.g., development to production) and the transport did not include the necessary text elements, this error can occur.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the text object.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define the Text Object:
  
  Go to transaction SE71 (SAPscript form) or SE78 (SAPscript text elements) to check if the text object exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it. You can do this by using transaction SE78 to define the text object and its associated texts.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration for the text object is correct. This may involve checking the relevant customizing settings in SPRO or other related transactions.
  
  
  
  Transport the Text Object:
  
  If the text object is missing due to transport issues, ensure that the transport request containing the text object is released and imported into the target system.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the text object. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, you may need to debug the program or report that is generating the error to identify where the text object is being called and why it is not found.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAPscript: SAPscript is a text processing system used in SAP for creating and maintaining forms for print layout.
  Text Elements: Text elements in SAPscript are used to store texts that can be reused in various forms and reports.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE71: SAPscript form maintenance.
  SE78: SAPscript text elements management.
  SPRO: Customizing settings.
  SU01: User maintenance.
  
  
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or ABAP team for further assistance.