How To Fix AD990 - Active table & is language-dependent (standard translation type set)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 990

• Message text: Active table & is language-dependent (standard translation type set)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD990 - Active table & is language-dependent (standard translation type set) ?

  The SAP error message AD990 typically indicates an issue related to the active table being language-dependent, which means that the data in the table is not available in the language that the user is currently using. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to access or display data that has not been translated into the user's language.
  Cause:
  
  Language Dependency: The active table contains entries that are language-dependent, and the specific language required for the operation is not available.
  Missing Translations: The translations for certain entries in the active table may not have been created or maintained.
  User Settings: The user's language settings in their SAP profile may not match the available languages for the data being accessed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Language Settings: Ensure that the user’s language settings in their SAP profile match the languages available for the data. You can do this by going to the user profile settings and checking the language parameter.
  
  
  Maintain Translations: If you have access, check the active table for missing translations. You may need to enter the necessary translations for the relevant entries. This can typically be done through transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE63 (Translation).
  
  
  Fallback Language: If translations are not available in the desired language, check if a fallback language is set up in the system. SAP can sometimes default to a fallback language if the primary language is not available.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or help resources for the specific table or transaction you are working with to understand how language dependencies are managed.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you do not have the necessary permissions to make changes, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE63 (Translation), and SE78 (SAPScript Forms) for managing translations and language settings.
  Language Settings: Users can check their language settings in the SAP GUI by navigating to the user profile settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to language dependencies and the specific error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AD990 error and ensure that the necessary translations are in place for the active table.