How To Fix CFD_REPOSITORY_UTIL020 - Custom Field &1: Description for code value &2 in language &3 is empty.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CFD_REPOSITORY_UTIL - Custom Fields: Repository

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Custom Field &1: Description for code value &2 in language &3 is empty.

What causes this issue?

For value &V3& of property <ZK>MasterLanguage </>in entity set
<ZK>CustomFields </>property <ZK>Description </>in entity set <ZK>Co
deListDescriptions </>must not be initial for property <ZK>Code </>&V2&.

System Response

System revokes creation of custom field &V1&

How to fix this error?

You need to maintain the property <ZK>Description </>in entity set
<ZK>CodeListDescriptions </>for property <ZK>Code</> &V2& in language
&V3&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CFD_REPOSITORY_UTIL020 - Custom Field &1: Description for code value &2 in language &3 is empty. ?

  The SAP error message CFD_REPOSITORY_UTIL020 indicates that there is a missing description for a custom field in a specific language. This typically occurs when a custom field has been defined in the system, but the description for one of its code values is not provided in the specified language.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Description: The primary cause of this error is that the description for a specific code value of a custom field is not maintained in the system for the specified language.
  Language Settings: The language settings in the user profile or the system may not match the language in which the description is expected.
  Custom Field Configuration: There may be an issue with how the custom field was configured, leading to incomplete data entry.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Descriptions:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration area for the custom field (usually found in the Custom Fields and Logic app or the relevant customizing transaction).
  Locate the custom field and check the code values associated with it.
  Ensure that all code values have a description maintained for the specified language. If not, add the missing descriptions.
  
  
  
  Check Language Settings:
  
  Verify the language settings in your user profile. Make sure that the language you are using matches the language for which the description is missing.
  If necessary, switch to the appropriate language or maintain the description in the required language.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Field Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, review the configuration of the custom field to ensure that it has been set up correctly.
  Check for any transport issues if the custom field was recently transported from another system.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the functionality again to ensure that the error message no longer appears.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Custom Fields and Logic: This is a feature in SAP that allows users to create custom fields in various applications. It is important to maintain these fields properly to avoid errors.
  Language Management in SAP: SAP supports multiple languages, and it is crucial to maintain translations for all relevant texts, including custom fields, to ensure a smooth user experience.
  SAP Notes and Documentation: If you encounter persistent issues, check SAP Notes or the official SAP documentation for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps related to custom fields.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CFD_REPOSITORY_UTIL020 error and ensure that all necessary descriptions for custom fields are properly maintained.