How To Fix CMD_BS_MAT_SI021 - A description is already maintained for language &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMD_BS_MAT_SI - Message Class : Product Replication Services Implementation

• Message number: 021

• Message text: A description is already maintained for language &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMD_BS_MAT_SI021 - A description is already maintained for language &1 ?

  The SAP error message CMD_BS_MAT_SI021 indicates that there is an attempt to create or modify a description for a material in a specific language, but a description already exists for that language. This typically occurs in the context of material master data maintenance.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You are trying to enter a new description for a material in a language where a description already exists.
  The system prevents duplicate entries for material descriptions in the same language to maintain data integrity.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Descriptions:
  
  Navigate to the material master data for the specific material and language in question.
  Verify if a description already exists for that language.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing Description:
  
  If a description is already present, you can either:
  
  Modify the existing description if it needs to be updated.
  Delete the existing description if it is no longer needed (be cautious with this option as it may affect other processes).
  
  
  
  
  
  Use a Different Language:
  
  If you need to add a new description, consider using a different language that does not have an existing description.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for more details on material master data management and language settings.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to modify material master data.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists or if you need further assistance, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) or MM03 (Display Material) to access and modify material master data.
  Language Settings: Ensure that the language settings in your user profile and the material master data are correctly configured.
  Data Integrity: Maintaining unique descriptions for materials in each language is crucial for data integrity and accurate reporting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CMD_BS_MAT_SI021 error and manage your material descriptions effectively.