How To Fix QS197 - The standard text key & is not defined

QS197 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QS - QM: Master data

• Message number: 197

• Message text: The standard text key & is not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QS197 - The standard text key & is not defined ?

  The SAP error message QS197, which states "The standard text key & is not defined," typically occurs when the system is unable to find a standard text key that is referenced in a transaction or program. This can happen in various contexts, such as when working with text elements in SAP scripts, smart forms, or when trying to display standard texts in reports.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Standard Text: The standard text key that is being referenced does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the text key or the text not being created in the first place.
  Incorrect Text Key: The text key may be incorrectly specified in the program or configuration.
  Transport Issues: If the standard text was created in a different environment (like development) and not transported to the current environment (like production), it may not be available.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations