How To Fix CRM_MKTPL_EAI099 - Error while changing the description; provide valid language

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_MKTPL_EAI - Marketing Planner Object Upload Messages

• Message number: 099

• Message text: Error while changing the description; provide valid language

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_MKTPL_EAI099 - Error while changing the description; provide valid language ?

  The SAP error message CRM_MKTPL_EAI099 typically indicates that there is an issue with the language settings when trying to change the description of a marketing plan or related object in the SAP CRM system. This error usually occurs when the system cannot find a valid language entry for the description you are trying to modify.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Language Code: The language code you are using may not be valid or recognized by the system.
  Missing Language Entries: The description you are trying to change may not have been maintained for the specified language in the database.
  User Profile Settings: The user profile may not be set up to support the language you are trying to use.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the CRM system that prevent the language from being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Language Code: Ensure that the language code you are using is valid. Common language codes include 'EN' for English, 'DE' for German, etc.
  Maintain Language Entries: Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., CRM Marketing Planning) and check if the description exists for the specified language. If not, you may need to create or update the entry.
  User Profile Settings: Verify your user profile settings to ensure that the correct language is set. You can check this in the user settings or profile configuration.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to check the underlying tables and ensure that the language entries are correctly maintained.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions related to language settings in your version of SAP CRM.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to this error message.
  Language Settings: Familiarize yourself with how language settings are managed in SAP, including transaction SMLT for language transport.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the marketing plan or related objects.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CRM_MKTPL_EAI099 error and successfully change the description in the desired language.