How To Fix CRM_MKTIMG004 - No description exists in &2 for parameter ID &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_MKTIMG - CRM Marketing: Messages for Customizing Parameters

• Message number: 004

• Message text: No description exists in &2 for parameter ID &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_MKTIMG004 - No description exists in &2 for parameter ID &1 ?

  The SAP error message CRM_MKTIMG004 indicates that there is no description available for a specific parameter ID in the context of marketing management. This error typically arises in the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) module, particularly when dealing with marketing functions.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when the system attempts to retrieve a description for a parameter ID (denoted as &1) from a specific table or data source (denoted as &2), but it cannot find any corresponding entry. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Data: The parameter ID may not have been defined in the relevant table or configuration settings.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration settings in the marketing module.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing translations or entries that have not been properly maintained.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the descriptions for the specified parameter ID.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Parameter ID: Verify that the parameter ID (&1) is correctly defined in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant configuration settings or tables where these parameters are stored.
  
  
  Maintain Descriptions: If the parameter ID is missing a description, you will need to maintain it. This can typically be done in the customizing settings of the SAP system:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., SPRO) and check the settings for marketing parameters.
  Ensure that the descriptions for the parameter ID are properly maintained.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for the marketing module is complete and correct. This may involve checking the settings for marketing campaigns, target groups, or other related components.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the descriptions for the parameter ID.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the parameter ID and its expected configuration.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), SE11 (Data Dictionary), or SE16 (Data Browser) to check the underlying tables and data.
  Tables: Identify the specific tables where parameter IDs and their descriptions are stored. This may vary based on the specific implementation and version of SAP CRM.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that address known issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.