How To Fix TL055 - No text type chosen for export

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TL - Messages for language transports

• Message number: 055

• Message text: No text type chosen for export

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TL055 - No text type chosen for export ?

  The SAP error message TL055 ("No text type chosen for export") typically occurs when you are trying to export text data from a text object in SAP, but the system cannot determine which text type to use for the export. This can happen in various contexts, such as when working with text elements in SAP scripts, SmartForms, or other text-related functionalities.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Text Type: The most common cause is that the text type has not been specified or is missing in the configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: The text object or text type may not be properly configured in the system.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the text types.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues or bugs in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Specify Text Type: Ensure that you have specified a valid text type in your export function. This can usually be done in the configuration settings or in the program code where the export is being initiated.
  
  
  Check Text Object Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SE75 (Text Object Management) and verify that the text object and text types are correctly defined.
  Ensure that the text types you want to use are available and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Program Code: If you are working with custom programs or reports, check the code to ensure that the text type is being set correctly before the export function is called.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the text types. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the program to trace where the text type is being set or where it might be failing.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Text Types: In SAP, text types are used to categorize different kinds of texts (e.g., long texts, short texts) associated with various objects (e.g., materials, sales orders).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE75 (Text Object Management), SE78 (SAPscript Forms), and SMARTFORMS (for SmartForms).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more detailed information on text management and error handling.
  
  If the problem continues after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.