How To Fix DMU109 - Short text for language &1 is empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMU - Digital Mock Up (DMU)

• Message number: 109

• Message text: Short text for language &1 is empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMU109 - Short text for language &1 is empty ?

  The SAP error message DMU109, which states "Short text for language &1 is empty," typically occurs in the context of the Data Migration Workbench (DMW) or during data migration activities. This error indicates that there is a missing short text for a specific language in the system, which is required for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Short Text: The primary cause of this error is that the short text for a specific language (indicated by &1) is not maintained in the relevant master data or configuration settings.
  Language Settings: The language settings in the system may not be properly configured, leading to missing translations or descriptions.
  Data Migration Issues: If you are migrating data from another system, it is possible that the source data did not include the necessary short text for the specified language.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Short Text:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., for material master, use MM01 or MM02) and check if the short text is maintained for the specified language.
  If it is missing, enter the required short text for that language.
  
  
  
  Check Language Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the language settings in your SAP system are correctly configured. You can check this in the system settings or user profile.
  If necessary, add the missing language or adjust the settings to include the required translations.
  
  
  
  Data Migration Workbench:
  
  If you are using the Data Migration Workbench, ensure that the data templates you are using include all necessary fields, including short texts for all relevant languages.
  Review the data mapping and ensure that all required fields are populated before executing the migration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on maintaining texts for the relevant object (e.g., material, customer, vendor).
  
  
  
  Check for Notes and Patches:
  
  Sometimes, SAP releases notes or patches that address specific issues. Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use various transaction codes such as MM01, MM02, or SE11 (for data dictionary) to maintain or check the relevant data.
  Language Codes: Familiarize yourself with the language codes used in SAP (e.g., EN for English, DE for German) to understand which language is causing the issue.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DMU109 error and ensure that the necessary short texts are maintained for the specified language.