How To Fix SD766 - Source-text Include & not in target text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SD - Online doc., terminology, translation, help

• Message number: 766

• Message text: Source-text Include & not in target text

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD766 - Source-text Include & not in target text ?

  The SAP error message SD766, which states "Source-text Include & not in target text," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Sales and Distribution (SD) module when there is a problem with text determination. This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the source text and the target text for a specific text element, often related to text types or text objects.
  Cause:
  
  Text Determination Configuration: The error often arises due to incorrect configuration in the text determination settings. This can happen if the text type is not properly assigned or if the text object is not defined correctly in the system.
  Missing Texts: The source text that is expected to be found in the target text is missing. This can occur if the text has not been maintained for a specific document or if the text type is not activated.
  Inconsistent Language Settings: If the source and target texts are in different languages and the necessary translations are not available, this error can occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Text Determination Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for text determination in the relevant area (e.g., Sales Document, Delivery, etc.).
  Ensure that the text types are correctly assigned to the document type and that the text object is properly defined.
  
  
  
  Maintain Missing Texts:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., VA01 for sales orders) and check if the required texts are maintained.
  If texts are missing, you can create or update them using the transaction for maintaining texts (e.g., SO10 for standard texts).
  
  
  
  Review Language Settings:
  
  Ensure that the language settings for the source and target texts are consistent.
  Check if the necessary translations are available in the system for the text types being used.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, you may need to debug the program to identify where the error is occurring. This can help pinpoint the exact cause of the mismatch.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on text determination and configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SO10 - For maintaining standard texts.
  VTAA - For text determination settings in sales documents.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance.