How To Fix RFAC_QUICKFIX195 - Replace literal by text '&1' from text pool

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RFAC_QUICKFIX - Refactoring Messages

• Message number: 195

• Message text: Replace literal by text '&1' from text pool

What causes this issue?

System Response

Replaces '&V2&' with '&V3&' inside the source code.
The original language of the textpool is &V4&.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RFAC_QUICKFIX195 - Replace literal by text '&1' from text pool ?

  The SAP error message RFAC_QUICKFIX195, which states "Replace literal by text '&1' from text pool," typically occurs when there is a hard-coded literal in the code that should be replaced with a text element from the text pool. This is a common issue in SAP ABAP programming, particularly when developing or maintaining reports, function modules, or other ABAP programs.
  Cause:
  The error arises because SAP recommends using text elements (which can be maintained in the text pool) instead of hard-coded literals. This practice enhances maintainability and allows for easier translations of text into different languages. The error indicates that a literal string is being used directly in the code, which should be replaced with a corresponding text element.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Literal: Locate the line of code that is causing the error. Look for any hard-coded strings that are not using text elements.
  
  
  Create a Text Element:
  
  Go to the transaction SE61 (Text Elements).
  Create a new text element or modify an existing one that corresponds to the literal string you want to replace.
  Make sure to assign a meaningful name and provide the text in the appropriate language.
  
  
  
  Replace the Literal in Code:
  
  Go back to your ABAP code in the relevant program or function module.
  Replace the hard-coded literal with the text element using the syntax TEXT-001, where 001 is the number of the text element you created or modified.
  
  
  
  Activate the Changes: After making the changes, activate the program or function module to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  Test the Program: Execute the program to verify that the error has been resolved and that the text is displayed correctly.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Text Elements: Text elements are used in SAP to manage user interface texts, messages, and other strings that may need to be translated or modified without changing the underlying code.
  Translation: If your application is used in multiple languages, ensure that you provide translations for the text elements you create.
  Best Practices: Always use text elements for any user-facing strings in your ABAP code to improve maintainability and localization support.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RFAC_QUICKFIX195 error and adhere to best practices in SAP ABAP development.