How To Fix CRM_OPPORT_H406 - No description for opportunity type &1 available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_OPPORT_H - Output for Opportunity Header

• Message number: 406

• Message text: No description for opportunity type &1 available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_OPPORT_H406 - No description for opportunity type &1 available ?

  The SAP error message CRM_OPPORT_H406 indicates that there is no description available for the specified opportunity type in the CRM system. This typically occurs when the opportunity type has not been properly configured or is missing necessary data in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Description: The opportunity type has been defined in the system, but a description has not been provided.
  Configuration Issues: The opportunity type may not be fully configured in the system, leading to missing attributes.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the relevant tables.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the description of the opportunity type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Opportunity Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for opportunity types in the SAP CRM system.
  Ensure that the opportunity type in question has a valid description assigned to it.
  You can check this in the customizing settings under CRM > Sales Order Management > Opportunity Management > Define Opportunity Types.
  
  
  
  Maintain Descriptions:
  
  If the description is missing, you can add it by editing the opportunity type and providing the necessary text in the description field.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Verify that all necessary data related to the opportunity type is correctly maintained in the system.
  You may need to check related tables in the database to ensure that there are no missing entries.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the opportunity type and its descriptions.
  You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles if necessary.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the opportunity type was recently transported from a development or quality environment, ensure that all related objects and configurations were included in the transport.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like CRMD_ORDER to view and manage opportunities.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to opportunity types and descriptions.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on configuring opportunity types in SAP CRM.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message CRM_OPPORT_H406 and ensure that opportunity types are properly configured in your SAP CRM system.