How To Fix 30657 - Short text in language &1 already existed and was ignored

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 30 - Service Master: Basic Data

• Message number: 657

• Message text: Short text in language &1 already existed and was ignored

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 30657 - Short text in language &1 already existed and was ignored ?

  The SAP error message 30657, which states "Short text in language &1 already existed and was ignored," typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a text entry in a specific language, but a text entry with the same key already exists for that language. This can happen in various contexts, such as when working with text elements in customizing, translations, or when importing data.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entry: The primary cause of this error is that there is already a short text entry in the specified language (denoted by &1) for the same key or object.
  Data Import: If you are importing data (e.g., via LSMW, BAPIs, or other data migration tools), the system may encounter existing entries that conflict with the new data being imported.
  Translation Issues: When translating texts, if the same text key is being translated multiple times for the same language, this error can occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Entries: Before creating or importing new text entries, check if an entry already exists for the specified language. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or table where the text is stored.
  Modify Existing Entry: If an entry already exists and you need to update it, modify the existing text instead of trying to create a new one.
  Adjust Import Data: If you are importing data, ensure that your import file does not contain duplicate entries for the same language and key. Clean up the data before the import.
  Use Unique Keys: When creating new text entries, ensure that you are using unique keys to avoid conflicts with existing entries.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes to manage text entries, such as SE63 (Translation), SE11 (Data Dictionary), or SE78 (SAPScript).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for the specific module or area you are working in to understand how text management works and best practices for avoiding such errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and prevent it from occurring in the future.