How To Fix VK823 - Text display only possible for item fields

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VK - Pflege und Bearbeitung von Konditionen

• Message number: 823

• Message text: Text display only possible for item fields

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VK823 - Text display only possible for item fields ?

  The SAP error message VK823, which states "Text display only possible for item fields," typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) or materials management (MM) when there is an attempt to display or manipulate text fields that are not configured correctly or are not applicable for the specific context.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Field Context: The error usually arises when a user tries to display or edit text fields that are not meant to be displayed in the current context (e.g., header vs. item level).
  Missing Configuration: The text types or text determination procedures may not be properly configured in the system.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or modify certain text fields.
  Data Entry Issues: There may be issues with the data entry that lead to the system not recognizing the text fields correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Context: Ensure that you are trying to access the text fields at the correct level (item level vs. header level). If you are in a header context, switch to the item context if applicable.
  Review Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for text types in the relevant module (SD or MM).
  Ensure that the text types are correctly defined and assigned to the relevant document types.
  Check the text determination procedures to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  
  User Permissions: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to view or edit the text fields. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  Data Validation: Ensure that the data entered in the relevant fields is valid and does not violate any constraints that might prevent the text from being displayed.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the text types and their configurations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) to check configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the VK823 error and implement a solution to resolve it.