How To Fix DMC_UTIL_MSG016 - Copy of template &1 is missing in language &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMC_UTIL_MSG - DMC: Messages for General Functions

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Copy of template &1 is missing in language &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMC_UTIL_MSG016 - Copy of template &1 is missing in language &2 ?

  The SAP error message DMC_UTIL_MSG016 indicates that a copy of a template is missing in a specified language. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Data Management or SAP Data Intelligence, where templates are used for various data operations, and the system cannot find the required language version of a template.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Language Version: The specific template you are trying to use does not have a translation or copy available in the language specified in the error message.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of language settings in your SAP system.
  Template Deletion: The template might have been deleted or not properly created in the specified language.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Template Availability:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction or application where the template is used.
  Verify if the template exists in the specified language. You can do this by checking the template management area in your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Template:
  
  If the template is missing, you may need to create a new copy of the template in the required language.
  If the template exists but is not properly configured, you may need to update it to ensure it is available in the specified language.
  
  
  
  Language Settings:
  
  Check the language settings in your user profile and ensure that the language you are trying to use is supported and properly configured in the system.
  You can also check the system settings to ensure that the necessary language packs are installed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on managing templates and language settings.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or updates related to this error message.
  Language Configuration: Familiarize yourself with how languages are configured in SAP, including transaction codes like SMLT (for language transport) and SE63 (for translation).
  Template Management: Understand how to manage templates within your specific SAP application, as the process may vary depending on the module or version you are using.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.