How To Fix SALV_X_API007 - For column &1 no text source is provided, so column will be empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SALV_X_API - Messages for ALV API exceptions

• Message number: 007

• Message text: For column &1 no text source is provided, so column will be empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SALV_X_API007 - For column &1 no text source is provided, so column will be empty ?

  The SAP error message SALV_X_API007 indicates that for a specific column in an ALV (ABAP List Viewer) report, no text source has been provided. As a result, the column will be displayed as empty in the output. This typically occurs when you are trying to display a field in the ALV grid that does not have a corresponding text or description defined.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Text Source: The column in question does not have a defined text source. This can happen if the field is not part of a domain or if the text table is not specified.
  Incorrect Field Definition: The field might be defined incorrectly in the data structure or the ALV configuration.
  Data Dictionary Issues: The field may not have a corresponding entry in the data dictionary that provides the text for display.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Field Definition:
  
  Ensure that the field you are trying to display has a corresponding text source. This can be done by checking the data dictionary (SE11) for the field's domain and ensuring that it has a text table defined.
  
  
  
  Define Text Source:
  
  If the field does not have a text source, you may need to define one. This can involve creating a text table or ensuring that the field is linked to an existing text table.
  
  
  
  Modify ALV Configuration:
  
  In your ALV report code, ensure that you are correctly specifying the text source for the column. This can be done by using the appropriate methods in the ALV API to set the text for the column.
  
  
  
  Use Field Catalog:
  
  When creating the field catalog for the ALV, ensure that you specify the TEXT attribute for the column if it has a corresponding text source. This can be done in the field catalog structure.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Ensure that there are no typos in the field names or text source definitions that could lead to the system not finding the correct text.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ALV Documentation: Review the SAP documentation on ALV and the specific methods used for defining field catalogs and text sources.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the ALV report to see how the field catalog is being populated and where the text source is being defined.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling text sources in ALV reports.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SALV_X_API007 error and ensure that the columns in your ALV report display the appropriate text.