How To Fix SD855 - Enter a remark for object &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 855

• Message text: Enter a remark for object &

What causes this issue?

A text which only contains one character should be given a remark, which
should be in English so that it can be generally understood
by the subsequent languages.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Enter the meaning of the text in the remarks line. If this one line is
not sufficient, you can branch to a Popup with the pushbutton 'Further
remarks', in which a total of four lines are
available.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD855 - Enter a remark for object & ?

  The SAP error message SD855 ("Enter a remark for object &") typically occurs in the Sales and Distribution (SD) module when a user attempts to save a document (like a sales order, delivery, or billing document) without providing a required remark or note for a specific object. This remark is often necessary for compliance, tracking, or internal communication purposes.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered because the system requires a remark to be entered for the specified object (indicated by the "&" in the message). This requirement is usually configured in the system settings or is a part of the business process that mandates remarks for certain transactions.
  Solution:
  To resolve the SD855 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Object: Determine which object the error message is referring to. This could be a sales order, delivery, or another document type.
  
  
  Enter a Remark: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant field in the document where the remark is required.
  Enter a meaningful remark or note that complies with your organization's requirements.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration: If you believe that the remark should not be mandatory, you may need to check the configuration settings in the SAP system:
  
  Consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to review the settings related to remarks in the relevant document type.
  The requirement for remarks can often be configured in the customizing settings (transaction code SPRO) under Sales and Distribution.
  
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the importance of entering remarks and understand when and how to do so.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the process to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VA01 (Create Sales Order), VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery), and VF01 (Create Billing Document) where this error might occur.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals for guidance on handling remarks in sales documents.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage with SAP support or your internal IT team for further investigation.