How To Fix CPCC_DT217 - A long text assignment is not valid without entering the language

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CPCC_DT - Messages in Direct Input for Routings/BOMs

• Message number: 217

• Message text: A long text assignment is not valid without entering the language

What causes this issue?

You want to assign a long text to an object. This is only allowed by
entering the language in which the long text is to be saved.

System Response

The long text is not created, the assigned object is marked as
inconsistent. Consequently the entire task list is marked as
inconsistent and therefore not saved.

How to fix this error?

Enter the language in which the long text is to be saved, and restart
the data transfer.

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 CPCC_DT217 - A long text assignment is not valid without entering the language ?

  The SAP error message CPCC_DT217 indicates that a long text assignment is not valid without specifying a language. This error typically occurs in scenarios where long text fields are used, such as in the context of document management, material master data, or other areas where descriptive text is required.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the system requires a language to be specified for long text entries. In SAP, long texts can be maintained in multiple languages, and the system needs to know which language the text is being entered in. If the language is not specified, the system cannot process the long text correctly, leading to this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve the CPCC_DT217 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Specify the Language: Ensure that you have selected or entered the appropriate language in the relevant field before attempting to enter long text. This is usually done in the header or initial screen of the transaction where you are entering the long text.
  
  
  Check User Settings: Sometimes, user-specific settings may not have a default language set. Check your user profile settings to ensure that a default language is configured.
  
  
  Review Long Text Maintenance: If you are using a specific transaction to maintain long texts, ensure that you are following the correct procedure for entering long texts, including selecting the language.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about how to enter long texts or which fields are required, refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using different transaction codes (e.g., MM01 for material master, VA01 for sales orders) where long texts are applicable.
  Language Settings: SAP supports multiple languages, and each user can set their preferred language in their user profile. This can be done through transaction SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Long Text Management: Long texts in SAP can be managed through various tools, including the SAPscript and Smart Forms for printing documents.
  
  By ensuring that the language is specified correctly, you should be able to resolve the CPCC_DT217 error and proceed with your long text entries in SAP.