How To Fix E1403 - No definition for language fields maintained in segments

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E1 - Messages for IDoc Basis

• Message number: 403

• Message text: No definition for language fields maintained in segments

What causes this issue?

You want to send IDocs from a Unicode system to an MDMP system.
This is only possible if the IDoc segment that contain language-specific
data has been defined, and which field of this segment contains the
language itself.
The relevant entry has not been made in the appropriate table in your
system.

How to fix this error?

Define the assignment of the language fields for all message types that
you want to send using the report RSEOUT00_MDMP.

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You can switch the IDoc back to the status 30 (IDoc can be sent) using
transaction BD87. You can then use the report RSEOUT00_MDMP again to
select this IDoc and send it.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E1403 - No definition for language fields maintained in segments ?

  The SAP error message E1403, "No definition for language fields maintained in segments," typically occurs when there is an issue with the language settings in the SAP system, particularly in relation to the data segments that are expected to have language-specific definitions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Language Definitions: The error usually arises when the system is trying to access or process data in a specific language, but there are no definitions or entries for that language in the relevant segments.
  Incorrect Language Settings: The language settings in the user profile or in the configuration may not match the available language definitions in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data where certain segments are expected to have language-specific entries but do not.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Language Settings:
  
  Ensure that the language you are trying to use is correctly set in your user profile. You can check this in the user settings (transaction SU01).
  Verify that the language is supported and defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Maintain Language Definitions:
  
  Go to the relevant customizing transaction (like SE11 for Data Dictionary) and check the segments for the missing language definitions.
  If necessary, create or maintain the missing language entries in the segments. This may involve adding translations or definitions for the fields in the required language.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to the specific module or area where the error is occurring. Ensure that all necessary language settings are properly configured.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the data to ensure that all required entries are present. This may involve using specific SAP tools or transactions designed for data validation.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module or functionality you are working with. There may be specific instructions or patches available that address this issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide additional insights or solutions based on the specific context of your system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE37 (Function Modules), and SE80 (Object Navigator) for checking and maintaining definitions.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error E1403 in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  Language Settings: Understand how language settings work in SAP, including the role of the language key and how it affects data entry and retrieval.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the E1403 error message in SAP.