How To Fix CFD_TEMPLATE013 - Custom Field &1: Master language &2 is not valid.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CFD_TEMPLATE - Custom Fields: Template

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Custom Field &1: Master language &2 is not valid.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CFD_TEMPLATE013 - Custom Field &1: Master language &2 is not valid. ?

  The SAP error message CFD_TEMPLATE013 indicates that there is an issue with a custom field in the system, specifically related to the master language configuration. The error message typically states: "Custom Field &1: Master language &2 is not valid." Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Master Language: The master language specified for the custom field is not valid or not recognized by the system. This could happen if the language code is incorrect or if the language has not been properly configured in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the custom field, such as missing or incorrect settings in the Custom Fields and Logic (CFL) application.
  Data Consistency: The data associated with the custom field may not be consistent with the expected format or values, leading to validation errors.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Language Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP system and check the configuration for languages. Ensure that the master language specified for the custom field is valid and has been activated in the system.
  You can check the available languages in the system by navigating to the transaction code SMLT (Language Transport) or SPRA (Language Settings).
  
  
  
  Review Custom Field Settings:
  
  Access the Custom Fields and Logic application (transaction code CFD1 or through the Fiori Launchpad).
  Locate the custom field that is causing the error and verify its settings, particularly the master language field. Ensure that it is set to a valid language code.
  
  
  
  Correct the Language Code:
  
  If the master language is set incorrectly, update it to a valid language code (e.g., 'EN' for English, 'DE' for German, etc.).
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Ensure that any data associated with the custom field adheres to the expected format and values. If necessary, clean up any inconsistent data.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the custom field was recently transported from another system, ensure that the transport request was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to custom fields and languages for any specific guidelines or updates that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction code SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the CFD_TEMPLATE013 error message in SAP.