How To Fix TD047 - ERROR: SELECT_TEXT(& & & &) unsuccessful

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TD - SAPscript: Text editor, composer, forms, styles and fonts

• Message number: 047

• Message text: ERROR: SELECT_TEXT(& & & &) unsuccessful

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TD047 - ERROR: SELECT_TEXT(& & & &) unsuccessful ?

  The SAP error message TD047, which states "ERROR: SELECT_TEXT(& & & &) unsuccessful," typically occurs when there is an issue with retrieving text from the SAP text tables. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when trying to display or process texts related to various SAP objects (like materials, documents, etc.).
  Causes:
  
  Missing Texts: The text you are trying to retrieve does not exist in the relevant text table. This could be due to the text not being maintained or deleted.
  Incorrect Language: The text might not be available in the specified language. If the system is trying to fetch text in a language that is not maintained, it can lead to this error.
  Database Issues: There could be issues with the database connection or the database itself, which might prevent the retrieval of text.
  Authorization Issues: The user might not have the necessary authorizations to access the text data.
  Configuration Issues: There might be configuration issues in the text management settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Text Maintenance: Verify if the text exists in the relevant text table. You can do this by navigating to the appropriate transaction (like SE11 for data dictionary) and checking the text table.
  Language Settings: Ensure that the text is available in the language you are trying to access. You can check the language settings in the user profile or the relevant configuration.
  Database Connection: Check the database connection and ensure that it is functioning correctly. You may need to consult your database administrator if there are issues.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the text data. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to text management in your SAP system. This may involve reviewing the settings in transaction SPRO or related configuration transactions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE78 (SAPScript Forms), or SE78 (Smart Forms) to check and maintain texts.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address specific issues related to TD047.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program or function module that is generating the error to get more insights into the root cause.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.