How To Fix 5K006 - First 2 characters of short text not found in T005S

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5K - HR: Messages for Canada

• Message number: 006

• Message text: First 2 characters of short text not found in T005S

What causes this issue?

From the Taxing Authority Table (505X) we get the Province code where
the employee is working. To prove it is a valid province code for
Canada, we verify the first two characters of the field against T005S.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5K006 - First 2 characters of short text not found in T005S ?

  The SAP error message 5K006 indicates that the first two characters of the short text for a specific entry are not found in the T005S table. This table is used in SAP to store language-dependent texts for various entities, including countries, regions, and other organizational units.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Entries: The short text for a specific entry (like a country or region) is not maintained in the T005S table for the specified language.
  Incorrect Language Settings: The system may be trying to access a short text in a language that is not supported or not properly configured.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing translations or incorrect entries in the T005S table.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check T005S Table:
  
  Use transaction code SE11 to access the Data Dictionary.
  Enter the table name T005S and display its contents.
  Check if the entry corresponding to the first two characters of the short text exists for the relevant language.
  
  
  
  Maintain Missing Entries:
  
  If the entry is missing, you can add it by using transaction code SE63 (Translation) or directly in the T005S table if you have the necessary authorizations.
  Ensure that the short text is correctly maintained for the required language.
  
  
  
  Verify Language Settings:
  
  Check the user’s language settings in their user profile (transaction code SU01).
  Ensure that the language is correctly set and that the necessary language packs are installed in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  If there are inconsistencies, you may need to run consistency checks or data correction programs to ensure that all necessary entries are present and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  T005S Table: This table contains language-dependent texts for countries and regions. It is essential for multi-language support in SAP.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary to view and maintain database tables.
  SE63: Translation tool for maintaining language-dependent texts.
  SU01: User maintenance to check and modify user profiles.
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.