How To Fix CRM_ES280 - Only one field of node &1 should be marked to contain language code

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_ES - ES: Message Class for Enterprise Service

• Message number: 280

• Message text: Only one field of node &1 should be marked to contain language code

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_ES280 - Only one field of node &1 should be marked to contain language code ?

  The SAP error message CRM_ES280 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of language fields in a specific node of the CRM data model. This error typically arises when more than one field in a node is marked to contain a language code, which is not allowed. The system expects only one field to be designated for language-specific content.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to the following reasons:
  
  Multiple Language Fields: More than one field in the specified node is incorrectly configured to hold language-specific data.
  Incorrect Configuration: The data model or the structure of the CRM object may have been incorrectly set up, leading to ambiguity about which field should be used for language codes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Node: Determine which node is causing the error by checking the error message details. The node name will be indicated as &1 in the error message.
  
  
  Review Field Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration of the specified node in the CRM data model.
  Check the fields defined in that node and identify which fields are marked to contain language codes.
  
  
  
  Modify Field Settings:
  
  Ensure that only one field is marked to contain the language code. You may need to unmark the language code setting for the other fields.
  If necessary, adjust the data model to ensure that it adheres to the requirement of having a single language field.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes: After making the necessary adjustments, test the changes to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  Transport Changes: If you are working in a development environment, ensure that the changes are transported to the quality and production environments as needed.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or patches related to this error. Sometimes, there may be known issues or updates that can help resolve the problem.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to CRM data modeling and language handling to ensure compliance with best practices.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CRM_ES280 error and ensure that your CRM data model is correctly configured for language handling.