How To Fix E0838 - Error while saving descriptions

E0838 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E0 - SAP EDI messages

• Message number: 838

• Message text: Error while saving descriptions

What causes this issue?

The system tried to save the descriptions for segment type &v1& and the
segment definitions but an error occurred while the data was being
saved.

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?

Please check whether a database error has occurred.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E0838 - Error while saving descriptions ?

  The SAP error message E0838, which states "Error while saving descriptions," typically occurs when there is an issue with saving text descriptions in various SAP modules, such as Material Management (MM), Sales and Distribution (SD), or others. This error can arise due to several reasons, including data inconsistencies, authorization issues, or system configuration problems.
  Causes of E0838 Error
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data being saved, such as invalid characters or formats in the description fields.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to save changes to the descriptions.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database locks, system performance problems, or issues with the SAP application server.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system can lead to errors when saving descriptions.
  
  
  Missing Language Keys: If the description is being saved in a language that is not properly configured or missing in the system, it