How To Fix 30662 - Short text in language &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 30 - Service Master: Basic Data

• Message number: 662

• Message text: Short text in language &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 30662 - Short text in language &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message "30662 Short text in language &1 does not exist" typically indicates that a specific text or description in the specified language (denoted by &1) is missing from the system. This can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to display or process data that requires language-specific text, but the text has not been maintained in the system for that particular language.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Language Text: The most common cause is that the short text for a particular object (like a material, customer, vendor, etc.) has not been maintained in the specified language.
  Incorrect Language Settings: The user’s language settings may not match the available texts in the system.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, some texts may not have been transferred correctly.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements, they may not have the necessary language texts defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Missing Texts:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., MM01 for materials, VD01 for customers) and check if the short text exists for the specified language.
  If it does not exist, you can create or maintain the text in the appropriate language.
  
  
  
  Check Language Settings:
  
  Ensure that the user’s language settings are correct. You can check this in the user profile settings.
  If necessary, change the language to one that has the required texts available.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction SE63:
  
  If you are a developer or have access to translation tools, you can use transaction SE63 to manage translations and ensure that all necessary texts are available in the required languages.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If the error arises from custom development, review the code to ensure that it correctly handles language texts and that all necessary texts are maintained.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Check SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module or object you are working with for any additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use different transaction codes to maintain texts (e.g., MM01, VD01, SE63).
  Language Key: The language key in SAP is typically a two-character code (e.g., EN for English, DE for German).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to maintain texts in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the required texts are available in the specified language.