How To Fix REST_CORE_TEXTS004 - Text data not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: REST_CORE_TEXTS -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Text data not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message REST_CORE_TEXTS004 - Text data not valid ?

  The SAP error message REST_CORE_TEXTS004: Text data not valid typically occurs when there is an issue with the text data being processed in a REST API call or when working with text elements in SAP. This error can arise due to various reasons, including incorrect formatting, invalid characters, or data that does not conform to the expected structure.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Characters: The text data may contain characters that are not allowed or recognized by the system.
  Incorrect Length: The text data might exceed the maximum length allowed for the specific field.
  Encoding Issues: There may be issues with character encoding, especially if the data is being sent from an external system.
  Missing Required Fields: Some required fields may be missing in the request, leading to validation errors.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type of the text being sent may not match the expected data type in the SAP system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Text Data: Review the text data being sent in the API request. Ensure that it does not contain any invalid characters or formatting issues.
  Validate Length: Ensure that the length of the text data does not exceed the maximum limit defined in the SAP system.
  Character Encoding: Verify that the character encoding used in the request matches what the SAP system expects (e.g., UTF-8).
  Required Fields: Ensure that all required fields are included in the request and that they are populated with valid data.
  Data Type Verification: Confirm that the data types of the fields being sent match the expected data types in the SAP system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for the specific API or module you are working with to understand the expected data formats and constraints.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if others have encountered similar issues and to find potential solutions.
  Debugging Tools: Use SAP debugging tools or transaction codes (like ST22 for dumps or SLG1 for application logs) to gather more information about the error context.
  Testing: If possible, test the API call with minimal valid data to isolate the issue and gradually add complexity to identify the specific cause of the error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the REST_CORE_TEXTS004 error in SAP.