How To Fix >U165 - No text defined for data element &1 of counter with ID &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >U -

• Message number: 165

• Message text: No text defined for data element &1 of counter with ID &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >U165 - No text defined for data element &1 of counter with ID &2 ?

  The SAP error message "U165 No text defined for data element &1 of counter with ID &2" typically indicates that there is a missing text or description for a specific data element associated with a counter in the SAP system. This can occur in various contexts, such as during the execution of a transaction or when generating reports.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Text Definition: The primary cause of this error is that the text for the specified data element (indicated by &1) has not been defined in the system. This can happen if the data element was created but not fully configured.
  Configuration Issues: If the counter with the specified ID (indicated by &2) is not properly configured or if there are inconsistencies in the configuration, it may lead to this error.
  Transport Issues: If the data element was transported from another system and the text definitions were not included in the transport request, this error may occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Missing Text:
  
  Go to the transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Enter the name of the data element indicated by &1.
  Check if the text is defined. If not, you can add the necessary text in the "Short Description" and "Long Description" fields.
  Save your changes.
  
  
  
  Check Counter Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code SE93 (Transaction Codes) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to check the configuration of the counter with ID &2.
  Ensure that all necessary settings and texts are properly defined.
  
  
  
  Transport Request:
  
  If the issue is due to a transport, ensure that the transport request includes all necessary objects, including text definitions.
  If you have access to the transport management system, check the transport logs for any missing objects.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the specific data element or counter, consult the SAP documentation or your internal documentation for guidance on how to configure these elements correctly.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), SE93 (Transaction Codes).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to data elements and configurations in the SAP system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the necessary text definitions are in place for the data element and counter.