How To Fix DO927 - Screen Painter texts in language & could not be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DO - Dictionary: Mass activation of domains and data elements

• Message number: 927

• Message text: Screen Painter texts in language & could not be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DO927 - Screen Painter texts in language & could not be deleted ?

  The SAP error message DO927 indicates that there is an issue with deleting texts in a specific language within the Screen Painter. This error typically arises when you attempt to delete a text element (like labels, titles, etc.) in a language that is not supported or does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Language Not Supported: The language you are trying to delete the text for may not be defined in the system.
  Text Element Lock: The text element might be locked by another user or process, preventing deletion.
  Missing Language Configuration: The language might not be properly configured in the SAP system.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues or inconsistencies in the database.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Language Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the language you are trying to delete the text for is correctly configured in the system. You can check this in the transaction SE63 (Translation) or SMLT (Language Transport).
  
  
  
  Verify Text Existence:
  
  Confirm that the text element you are trying to delete actually exists in the specified language. You can do this by navigating to the relevant screen or using transaction SE80 (Object Navigator).
  
  
  
  Unlock Text Elements:
  
  If the text element is locked, you may need to unlock it. You can check for locks using transaction SM12 (Display and Delete Locks).
  
  
  
  Use Correct Language Code:
  
  Make sure you are using the correct language code when attempting to delete the text. Language codes are usually in ISO format (e.g., 'EN' for English, 'DE' for German).
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete texts in the Screen Painter. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE63: Translation
  SMLT: Language Transport
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on Screen Painter and text management.
  
  
  Community Forums: You can also check SAP Community forums for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the DO927 error and implement a solution.