How To Fix PV638 - Existing text will be transferred

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PV - Training and Event Management

• Message number: 638

• Message text: Existing text will be transferred

What causes this issue?

The text key you entered exists already.

System Response

The pertinent text will be transferred.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PV638 - Existing text will be transferred ?

  The SAP error message PV638 ("Existing text will be transferred") typically occurs in the context of text management in SAP, particularly when dealing with master data or transactional data that includes text fields. This message indicates that there is existing text associated with the data being processed, and the system is informing you that this text will be transferred as part of the operation.
  
  Cause:
  
  Existing Text: The primary cause of this message is that there is already text associated with the object you are trying to create or modify. This could be in the form of long texts, notes, or descriptions that are linked to the master data or transaction.
  Data Overwrite: The system is designed to inform you that the existing text will be retained or transferred, which may be important for data integrity and consistency.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Existing Text: Check the existing text associated with the object. You can do this by