How To Fix CRM_DAM_CHR_ACCESS012 - No description for char. : &1 value : &2 language : &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_DAM_CHR_ACCESS - messages during characteristics access

• Message number: 012

• Message text: No description for char. : &1 value : &2 language : &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_DAM_CHR_ACCESS012 - No description for char. : &1 value : &2 language : &3 ?

  The SAP error message CRM_DAM_CHR_ACCESS012 typically indicates that there is a missing description for a characteristic in the specified language. This error often occurs in the context of SAP CRM (Customer Relationship Management) when trying to access or display characteristics that are not fully defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Descriptions: The characteristic defined in the system does not have a description in the specified language.
  Incorrect Language Settings: The language settings in the user profile or the system may not match the available descriptions for the characteristics.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data where the characteristic is defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definitions:
  
  Go to the transaction code CT04 (Characteristic Maintenance) and check the characteristic that is causing the error.
  Ensure that there is a description available for the characteristic in the specified language.
  
  
  
  Add Missing Descriptions:
  
  If the description is missing, you can add it directly in the characteristic maintenance screen.
  Make sure to save your changes.
  
  
  
  Review Language Settings:
  
  Check the user’s language settings in the user profile (transaction code SU01).
  Ensure that the language set for the user is supported by the characteristic descriptions.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the master data to ensure that all characteristics are properly defined and linked.
  You can use transaction codes like SE11 to check the database tables related to characteristics.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the characteristic was recently created or modified, ensure that the changes have been transported to the relevant system (e.g., from development to production).
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04: Characteristic Maintenance
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on characteristics and their management in CRM.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.