How To Fix CM_PHRASE_IMP_EXP004 - Phrase &1 is marked as deleted and therefore cannot be imported

CM_PHRASE_IMP_EXP004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_PHRASE_IMP_EXP - Import/Export Phrases

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Phrase &1 is marked as deleted and therefore cannot be imported

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

The phrase &v1& cannot be imported because it already exists in the
system. However, it is marked as deleted in the system.

How to fix this error?

If possible, start the report RC1PHDEL in order to physically delete the
objects which are marked as deleted. Then restart the phrase import.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

CM_PHRASE_IMP_EXP004 - Details

• The SAP error message CM_PHRASE_IMP_EXP004 indicates that a phrase (a piece of text or a string used in the system) is marked as deleted and cannot be imported into the system. This typically occurs during the import of phrases or text elements, often in the context of translation or text management.
  
  Cause:
  
  Deleted Status: The phrase you are trying to import has been marked as deleted in the system. This means that it is no longer available for use or import.
  Data Consistency: The system is enforcing data integrity by preventing the import of phrases that are not active or valid.
  Incorrect Import File: The import file may contain references to phrases that have been deleted or are not valid in the current context.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Phrase Status: Verify the status of the phrase in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE63 for translation) and checking if the phrase