How To Fix TT611 - Enter a short text

TT611 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TT - Extended Computer Aided Test Tool (eCATT) messages

• Message number: 611

• Message text: Enter a short text

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TT611 - Enter a short text ?

  The SAP error message TT611, which states "Enter a short text," typically occurs when a required field for a short text description is left blank in a transaction or during data entry. This error is common in various SAP modules where a short text description is mandatory for certain entries, such as in material master records, purchase orders, or other master data.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of the TT611 error is that the system requires a short text field to be filled out, but it has been left empty. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  When creating or editing a material, vendor, or customer record.
  When entering a purchase order or sales order.
  When defining a new document type or customizing settings in SAP.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the TT611 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Field: Look for the field labeled "Short Text" or similar in the transaction you are working on. This field is usually