How To Fix 63742 - Index series &: Description missing in language &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 63 - Messages for Real Estate Management

• Message number: 742

• Message text: Index series &: Description missing in language &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 63742 - Index series &: Description missing in language & ?

  The SAP error message "63742 Index series &: Description missing in language &" typically indicates that there is a missing description for a specific index series in the specified language. This error often arises in the context of SAP applications that deal with financial data, such as Asset Accounting or other modules that utilize index series for calculations.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The primary cause of this error is that the description for the index series has not been maintained in the system for the specified language. This can happen if the index series was created but not fully configured.
  Language Settings: The error may also occur if the language settings in the user profile or the system are not aligned with the available descriptions for the index series.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the index series in the relevant customizing settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Descriptions:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction code (e.g., OAYD for Asset Accounting) to maintain the index series.
  Check if the index series exists and if the description is maintained for the required language.
  If not, add the missing description for the index series 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, switch to a different language that has the description available.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the index series in the customizing settings to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  If you are unsure about the configuration, consult with your SAP Basis or functional consultant.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue is related to a transport request, ensure that all necessary objects have been transported correctly to the target system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OAYD (for Asset Accounting) or other related transactions depending on the module you are working with.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to index series and their configuration to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.