How To Fix CRM_DAM_TAX_MESSAGES015 - Missing description for taxonomy &1 (language = &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_DAM_TAX_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Missing description for taxonomy &1 (language = &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_DAM_TAX_MESSAGES015 - Missing description for taxonomy &1 (language = &2) ?

  The SAP error message CRM_DAM_TAX_MESSAGES015 indicates that there is a missing description for a taxonomy in the specified language. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) when the system is trying to access or display a taxonomy (a classification system) that does not have a corresponding description in the specified language.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The taxonomy entry exists, but the description for the specified language is not maintained in the system.
  Incorrect Language Settings: The language settings in the user profile or the system configuration may not match the available descriptions.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, some descriptions may not have been transferred correctly.
  Configuration Errors: There may be issues in the configuration of the taxonomy or the language settings in the CRM system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Taxonomy Descriptions:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., SPRO for configuration) and navigate to the taxonomy settings.
  Check if the taxonomy in question has a description for the specified language.
  If it is missing, add the appropriate description.
  
  
  
  Check Language Settings:
  
  Verify the language settings in your user profile. Ensure that the language you are using is supported and that the necessary descriptions are available.
  You can check your user settings in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  If the issue arose after a data migration, perform a consistency check to ensure that all necessary data has been migrated correctly.
  You may need to consult with your data migration team to resolve any discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to taxonomy management in CRM for any specific instructions or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (for configuration), SU01 (user maintenance), and any specific transactions related to taxonomy management in your SAP CRM system.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to taxonomy and language issues in the SAP Support Portal, as they may provide additional insights or patches.
  User Documentation: Review user manuals or guides specific to your version of SAP CRM for more detailed instructions on managing taxonomies and language settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the taxonomy descriptions are correctly maintained in the system.