How To Fix AD267 - &-& (text foreign key requires additional language field)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 267

• Message text: &-& (text foreign key requires additional language field)

What causes this issue?

A text foreign key defines the relationship between a table and its
text table.
Usually the text table has the same key as the check table, with a
language field extension. In the R/3 System, a language field is
indicated by a domain of type 'LANG'.
Since in this case the foreign key table does not have a language field
as key extension, you may not select "Key fields of a text table".

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Specify the type of foreign key field correctly.
The foreign key table in question might be a text table, but the
language field does not have type 'LANG'. In this case the language
field must be reassigned to a domain of type 'LANG'.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD267 - &-& (text foreign key requires additional language field) ?

  The SAP error message AD267, which states "Text foreign key requires additional language field," typically occurs in the context of text management in SAP, particularly when dealing with text objects that require language-specific information.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when:
  
  A text object is defined in a way that it expects a language field to be specified, but the necessary language information is not provided.
  The configuration of the text object or the foreign key relationship does not include the required language field, leading to inconsistencies in how text data is retrieved or displayed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AD267 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Text Object Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE11 for Data Dictionary) and check the configuration of the text object that is causing the issue.
  Ensure that the foreign key relationship includes the language field. This is typically a field like SPRSL (language key).
  
  
  
  Modify the Table/Structure:
  
  If the language field is missing, you may need to modify the table or structure to include the language field in the foreign key relationship.
  Ensure that the foreign key table has a corresponding language field that matches the main table.
  
  
  
  Adjust Data Entry:
  
  When entering data, ensure that you are providing the necessary language information. This may involve checking the input screens or data entry forms to ensure that the language field is populated.
  
  
  
  Check Custom Code:
  
  If there is any custom code (e.g., ABAP programs, user exits) that interacts with the text object, review it to ensure that it correctly handles the language field.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific text object you are working with. There may be specific guidelines or requirements for handling language fields.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the functionality to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that text data is being handled correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Text Objects: In SAP, text objects are used to manage language-specific texts for various entities (e.g., materials, customers). Each text object may have specific requirements for language handling.
  Language Key (SPRSL): This is a standard field in SAP that indicates the language of the text. It is crucial for ensuring that the correct language version of a text is retrieved.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions for this error.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.