How To Fix SOTR_MESS502 - Callup of &: incomplete text IDs

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SOTR_MESS - Messages in and for the Online Text Repository

• Message number: 502

• Message text: Callup of &: incomplete text IDs

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SOTR_MESS502 - Callup of &: incomplete text IDs ?

  The SAP error message SOTR_MESS502, which states "Callup of &: incomplete text IDs," typically occurs when there is an issue with the text IDs in the SAP system. This error is often related to the SAPscript or Smart Forms where the system is unable to find the complete text IDs required for processing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Text IDs: The error usually indicates that the system is trying to call a text ID that is incomplete or does not exist in the database.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the text elements in the SAPscript or Smart Forms.
  Transport Issues: If the text IDs were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there might have been an issue during the transport process.
  Language Settings: The text IDs may not be available in the language that the user is currently using.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Text IDs: Verify that the text IDs being called are correctly defined in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant SAPscript or Smart Form.
  Maintain Text Elements: If you find that the text IDs are missing or incomplete, you may need to maintain or create the necessary text elements in the transaction SE71 (for SAPscript) or SMARTFORMS (for Smart Forms).
  Transport Requests: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and successfully transported.
  Language Settings: Ensure that the text IDs are available in the language you are using. You can switch to a different language in your user profile to see if the issue persists.
  Debugging: If the problem continues, you may need to debug the program or form that is generating the error to identify the specific text ID that is causing the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE71: SAPscript Form Maintenance
  SMARTFORMS: Smart Forms Maintenance
  SE78: SAP ArchiveLink for forms
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for SAPscript and Smart Forms for best practices in maintaining text elements.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or ABAP team for further investigation.