How To Fix CX220 - No descriptions maintained for &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CX - Nachrichten für Konfigurationsprozess

• Message number: 220

• Message text: No descriptions maintained for &1 &2

What causes this issue?

For each &v1&, you must maintain a language-dependent description. You
have not entered a language-dependent description for &v1& &v2&.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Enter a language-dependent description for &v1& &v2&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CX220 - No descriptions maintained for &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message CX220 "No descriptions maintained for &1 &2" typically indicates that the system is unable to find a description for a specific object or entity identified by the placeholders &1 and &2. This can occur in various contexts, such as when dealing with master data, configuration settings, or other entities within the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause is that the description for the specified object (e.g., a material, vendor, customer, etc.) has not been maintained in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration settings that prevent the system from retrieving the description.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, some descriptions may not have been transferred correctly.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements, they may not be handling the retrieval of descriptions properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Descriptions: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., MM01 for materials, XK01 for vendors, etc.) and ensure that the descriptions for the specified object are maintained.
  Check the relevant tables (e.g., MARA for materials, LFA1 for vendors) to see if the descriptions exist.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Review the configuration settings related to the object in question. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured to allow for descriptions to be displayed.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: 
  
  If data was migrated, perform a consistency check to ensure that all necessary descriptions were migrated. You may need to re-import or correct the data if discrepancies are found.
  
  
  
  Debugging Custom Code: 
  
  If the error arises from a custom program or enhancement, review the code to ensure that it correctly retrieves and displays descriptions. Debugging may be necessary to identify where the issue lies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Check SAP documentation or notes related to the specific object type to see if there are any known issues or additional steps required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the object type, you may use various transaction codes to maintain or check descriptions (e.g., MM01, XK01, VD01).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance.