How To Fix CFD_REPOSITORY_UTIL028 - Custom Field &1: Code Value Descriptions missing in master language &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CFD_REPOSITORY_UTIL - Custom Fields: Repository

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Custom Field &1: Code Value Descriptions missing in master language &2.

What causes this issue?

For value &V2& of property <ZK>MasterLanguage </>in entity set
<ZK>CustomFields </>no property <ZK>Description </>exist in entity set
<ZK>CodeListDescriptions</>.

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 language &V2&.

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_UTIL028 - Custom Field &1: Code Value Descriptions missing in master language &2. ?

  The SAP error message CFD_REPOSITORY_UTIL028 indicates that there are missing code value descriptions for a custom field in the specified master language. This typically occurs when a custom field has been created, but the corresponding descriptions for the values of that field have not been defined in the system for the specified language.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Descriptions: The primary cause of this error is that the code value descriptions for the custom field have not been maintained in the system for the specified master language.
  Language Settings: The master language settings may not be properly configured, or the descriptions may not have been translated into the required language.
  Custom Field Configuration: The custom field may have been created without fully populating all necessary metadata, including value descriptions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Code Value Descriptions:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration area in SAP where the custom field is defined.
  Locate the custom field and check the value descriptions for the specified master language.
  If they are missing, add the necessary descriptions for each code value.
  
  
  
  Check Language Settings:
  
  Ensure that the master language is correctly set in the system.
  Verify that the language settings for the user or the transaction are correct.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  You can use transaction codes like SPRO to access the configuration settings and maintain the necessary descriptions.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction CFD1 (Custom Fields and Logic) to manage custom fields and their properties.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After maintaining the descriptions, test the functionality again to ensure that the error message no longer appears.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Custom Fields and Logic: SAP provides a framework for creating custom fields and logic, which allows users to extend standard SAP applications without modifying the underlying code.
  Language Management in SAP: SAP supports multiple languages, and it is essential to maintain translations for custom fields and their values to ensure proper functionality across different language settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on managing custom fields and translations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.