How To Fix VC201 - Please select a text object

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VC - SD Customizing

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Please select a text object

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VC201 - Please select a text object ?

  The SAP error message VC201, which states "Please select a text object," typically occurs in the context of SAP Variant Configuration (VC). This error indicates that the system expects a text object to be selected or specified, but none has been provided.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Text Object: The most common cause is that the user has not selected a text object when trying to create or modify a variant configuration.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings may not be properly set up to include the necessary text objects.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked selecting the required text object in the configuration screen.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Select a Text Object: Ensure that you select the appropriate text object from the available options in the configuration screen. This may involve navigating to the relevant section where text objects are listed.
  Check Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings to ensure that the text objects are correctly defined and available for selection.
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