How To Fix DG601 - Text for table field name &1 was not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DG - DG: Messages for Dangerous Goods Management

• Message number: 601

• Message text: Text for table field name &1 was not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DG601 - Text for table field name &1 was not found ?

  The SAP error message DG601, which states "Text for table field name &1 was not found," typically occurs when the system is unable to find the text description for a specific field in a table. This can happen for various reasons, including missing text entries in the relevant language or issues with the data dictionary.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Text Entries: The most common cause is that the text for the specified field is not maintained in the system for the current language.
  Incorrect Language Settings: The user’s language settings may not match the language in which the text is maintained.
  Data Dictionary Issues: There may be inconsistencies or issues in the data dictionary that prevent the system from retrieving the text.
  Custom Development: If there are custom fields or tables, the text for those fields may not have been properly defined.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Text Maintenance:
  
  Use transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the table and field in question.
  Verify if the text for the field is maintained in the relevant language using transaction SE63 (Translation) or SE11.
  
  
  
  Maintain Missing Text:
  
  If the text is missing, you can add it using transaction SE11. Navigate to the table, select the field, and maintain the text for the required language.
  
  
  
  Language Settings:
  
  Ensure that your user profile is set to the correct language. You can check this in the user settings (transaction SU01).
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Fields:
  
  If the field is a custom field, ensure that the text has been defined in the custom development. You may need to consult with the development team to ensure proper text maintenance.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check if the transport included the necessary text entries. If not, you may need to transport the missing texts.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the program or transaction that is generating the error to identify where the text retrieval is failing.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE63: Translation
  SU01: User Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the specific module or area where the error occurs for additional context.
  
  If the problem continues after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.