How To Fix SIT_ENGINE005 - Public text missing for ID &.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SIT_ENGINE - Messages for Situation Handling - Engine

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Public text missing for ID &.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SIT_ENGINE005 - Public text missing for ID &. ?

  The SAP error message SIT_ENGINE005 with the description "Public text missing for ID &." typically indicates that there is a missing or unassigned public text for a specific ID in the system. This error is often encountered in the context of the SAP System for Information Technology (SIT) or when dealing with text management in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Text Entries: The specific ID referenced in the error message does not have an associated public text entry in the relevant text table.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue where the text ID is not properly set up in the system.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, some text entries may not have been transferred correctly.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements, they may not have included the necessary text entries.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Text Entries:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE11 for Data Dictionary) and check the text table associated with the ID in question.
  Ensure that there is a public text entry for the specified ID.
  
  
  
  Create Missing Text:
  
  If the text entry is missing, you can create it using the appropriate transaction (e.g., SO10 for standard texts).
  Make sure to enter the correct ID and provide the necessary text.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to the text management for the specific module or application you are working with.
  Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Data Migration Review:
  
  If this issue arose after a data migration, review the migration process to ensure that all necessary text entries were included.
  You may need to re-import or manually add missing texts.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module or functionality you are using to see if there are any known issues or additional steps required.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SO10 (Text Management), and SE78 (SAP ArchiveLink).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to SIT_ENGINE005 for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  User Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.