How To Fix /BOFU/FBI_DT_VUSE013 - Description is not maintained in logon language

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOFU/FBI_DT_VUSE -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Description is not maintained in logon language

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOFU/FBI_DT_VUSE013 - Description is not maintained in logon language ?

  The SAP error message /BOFU/FBI_DT_VUSE013 indicates that a description for a certain object or entry is not maintained in the logon language of the user. This typically occurs in scenarios where the system is trying to display a description or label that has not been translated or maintained for the specific language that the user is logged in with.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Translations: The description for a specific object (like a field, table, or entry) has not been translated into the user's logon language.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system where the necessary language settings or translations have not been properly set up.
  Data Entry: The data might have been entered without providing descriptions in all required languages.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Descriptions:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction or configuration area where the object is defined.
  Check if the description is maintained for the logon language. If not, add the necessary translations.
  This can often be done in the customizing settings (SPRO) or directly in the relevant application area.
  
  
  
  Check Language Settings:
  
  Ensure that the language settings in the user profile are correct.
  You can check this in the user settings (SU01) or by consulting with your SAP Basis team.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Language:
  
  If immediate resolution is not possible, consider switching to a language for which the description is maintained, if that is an option.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for the specific module or area where the error is occurring to understand how to maintain translations.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use transaction codes like SE63 (for translation), SE11 (for data dictionary), or SPRO (for configuration).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or updates related to this error message.
  User Language Settings: The user’s language can be checked and changed in the user profile settings (transaction SU01).
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.