How To Fix ATM_ATTRIBUTE016 - The description '&3' differs from the default description '&2' for &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ATM_ATTRIBUTE - Messages for Attributes

• Message number: 016

• Message text: The description '&3' differs from the default description '&2' for &1

What causes this issue?

User manually entered a description for the attribute for which a
default description exists.

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?

If you want to keep the default description for the attribute, you must
manually clear the entered description and choose <LS>Enter</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ATM_ATTRIBUTE016 - The description '&3' differs from the default description '&2' for &1 ?

  The SAP error message ATM_ATTRIBUTE016 indicates a discrepancy between the description of an attribute and its default description in the system. This error typically arises in the context of attribute management, particularly when dealing with master data or configuration settings in SAP.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The description of an attribute (e.g., a characteristic or property) that you are trying to use or modify does not match the default description defined in the system.
  This can happen if the attribute has been customized or if there are inconsistencies in the data entry.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ATM_ATTRIBUTE016 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Attribute Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration area in SAP where the attribute is defined.
  Verify the default description of the attribute and compare it with the description you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Update the Description:
  
  If the description you are trying to use is correct and should be the new default, update the default