How To Fix CM_SUB_DATA031 - Ident. cannot be created with reference language &1 or without language

CM_SUB_DATA031 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_SUB_DATA - Substance Data (Header, ID, Reference, Materials)

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Ident. cannot be created with reference language &1 or without language

What causes this issue?

No identifiers can be created with the reference language &v1& or
without a language key.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Create the identifier with a language key that does not correspond to
the reference language.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_SUB_DATA031 - Ident. cannot be created with reference language &1 or without language ?

  The SAP error message CM_SUB_DATA031 typically indicates that there is an issue with creating a new identification (ID) in the system due to language settings. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when working with master data, material management, or other areas where language-specific data is required.
  
  Cause:
  The error message suggests that the system is unable to create the ID because:
  
  Reference Language Issue: The reference language specified is not valid or not set up correctly in the system.
  Missing Language Data: The system requires language-specific data to create the ID, and this data is either missing or not properly configured.
  Configuration Settings: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict the creation of IDs without a language or with an invalid reference language.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Language Settings:
  
  Ensure that the reference language specified in the transaction or configuration is valid and exists