How To Fix CRM_SERVICE_I219 - Text requested for valuation type &1, but initial language &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_SERVICE_I - Service Item - Message Class

• Message number: 219

• Message text: Text requested for valuation type &1, but initial language &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_SERVICE_I219 - Text requested for valuation type &1, but initial language &2 ?

  The SAP error message CRM_SERVICE_I219 typically indicates that there is an issue with the language settings related to the valuation type in the SAP CRM system. This error occurs when the system is trying to retrieve text for a specific valuation type, but the text is not available in the initial language specified.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Texts: The text for the specified valuation type (&1) is not available in the initial language (&2). This can happen if the texts have not been maintained for that particular valuation type in the specified language.
  Language Configuration: The system may not be properly configured to handle multiple languages, or the required language settings may not be correctly set up in the user profile or system settings.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data where the valuation type is expected to have texts in the specified language but does not.
  
  Solution:
  
  Maintain Texts: Check if the texts for the valuation type are maintained in the required language. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration or master data area in SAP where texts are maintained (e.g., transaction codes like SE11 for data dictionary or SE78 for SAPscript forms).
  Check Language Settings: Ensure that the user’s language settings are correctly configured. You can check this in the user profile settings (transaction SU01).
  Fallback Language: If the text is not available in the initial language, consider setting up a fallback mechanism to retrieve texts in a different language if available.
  Transport Requests: If the texts were recently created or modified, ensure that the changes have been transported correctly to the relevant system (e.g., from development to production).
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on maintaining texts for valuation types.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE78 (SAPscript Forms), and SU01 (User Maintenance).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Language Packs: Ensure that the necessary language packs are installed and activated in your SAP system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.