How To Fix /PM0/3FT_MESSAGES012 - Unable to read source text &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/3FT_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Unable to read source text &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/3FT_MESSAGES012 - Unable to read source text &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/3FT_MESSAGES012 Unable to read source text &1 typically indicates that the system is unable to access or retrieve the source text for a specific object or message. This can occur in various contexts, such as during the execution of a program, report, or transaction where the system expects to find a text or message that is not available.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Missing Text Elements: The source text or message might not be defined in the system. This can happen if the text has been deleted or if the transport of the text elements has not been completed successfully.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the text elements or the related objects.
  Transport Issues: If the text elements were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been an issue during the transport process.
  Language Settings: The system may be trying to access a text in a language that is not available or not properly configured.
  Corrupted Data: There may be corruption in the database or in the transport files that contain the text elements.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Text Elements: Verify if the source text or message exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE91 for message classes) and checking if the text is defined.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the text elements. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Transport Logs: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate a problem with the transport of text elements.
  Language Configuration: Ensure that the required language is installed and configured correctly in the system. You can check this in transaction SMLT.
  Database Consistency: If you suspect data corruption, consider running consistency checks or consulting with your basis team to investigate the database integrity.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE91: Message Class Maintenance
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SU53: Authorization Check
  SMLT: Language Transport
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. You can search for the error message number or keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to text elements and message handling for further insights.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.