How To Fix SE211 - Service long text adopted in document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SE - Dienstleistungen Stammdaten Leistungsposition

• Message number: 211

• Message text: Service long text adopted in document

What causes this issue?

The long text from the service master is displayed in purchasing
documents. Changes to the text are only possible in the service master
record and directly affect the text displayed in the purchasing
documents.
When a text is adopted from the service master record, a copy of the
text is created, which can be changed in the purchasing document. Any
changes made to the text in the service master record have no effect on
the text thus adopted.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SE211 - Service long text adopted in document ?

  The SAP error message "SE211 Service long text adopted in document" typically occurs in the context of SAP's document management or service-related functionalities. This message indicates that a long text associated with a service has been adopted or included in a document, which may not be the intended behavior or could indicate a configuration issue.
  Cause:
  
  Service Long Text Configuration: The long text for a service might be set up in a way that it automatically gets adopted into documents (like purchase orders, service orders, etc.) when the service is referenced.
  Document Type Settings: The document type settings may allow for the automatic adoption of long texts from services.
  User Exits or BAdIs: Custom code or enhancements might be influencing the behavior of how long texts are handled in documents.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Service Long Text Settings:
  
  Navigate to the service master data and check the long text settings. Ensure that the long text is not set to be automatically adopted in documents unless required.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration for the document type in question (e.g., purchase order, service order) and check if there are settings that control the adoption of long texts. Adjust these settings if necessary.
  
  
  
  Examine User Exits or BAdIs:
  
  If there are any custom enhancements (user exits or BAdIs) that might be affecting the long text adoption, review and modify them as needed.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the process again to ensure that the long text is handled as expected.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing long texts in the context of your SAP version and modules.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Documentation: Review SAP training materials or documentation related to service management and document handling for best practices.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can provide deeper insights into the specific configuration and customizations in your SAP environment.