How To Fix SF021 - Text ID & is unknown

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SF - SAPfind: Message Texts

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Text ID & is unknown

What causes this issue?

The specified text ID is not known to SAPscript.

System Response

The text ID is not entered into TTXID.

How to fix this error?

Please check the specified text ID or maintain it in TTXID.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SF021 - Text ID & is unknown ?

  The SAP error message "SF021 Text ID & is unknown" typically indicates that the system is unable to find a specific text ID that is being referenced in a transaction or process. This can occur in various contexts, such as when dealing with text elements in SAP scripts, smart forms, or other text-related functionalities.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Text ID: The specified text ID does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo or because the text ID has not been created.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings may not be correctly set up to reference the text ID.
  Transport Issues: If the text ID was supposed to be transported from another system (e.g., development to production), it may not have been included in the transport request.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the text ID.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Text ID: Verify that the text ID being referenced is correct. Ensure there are no typos or incorrect references.
  Create Text ID: If the text ID does not exist, you may need to create it. This can typically be done in transaction codes like SE61 (for SAPscript texts) or SMARTFORMS (for Smart Forms).
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to the text ID. Ensure that all necessary settings are in place.
  Transport Request: If the text ID is missing due to transport issues, ensure that the relevant transport request has been properly released and imported into the target system.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the text ID. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE61: For managing SAPscript texts.
  SMARTFORMS: For managing Smart Forms.
  SE78: For managing SAP ArchiveLink documents.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on text management and error handling.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.