How To Fix EZ470 - Text&1 does not exist in language &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EZ - Print workbench

• Message number: 470

• Message text: Text&1 does not exist in language &2

What causes this issue?

The text element &V1& used in the application form does not exist in
language &V2&.

System Response

The system cannot generate any print programs from the current
application form.

How to fix this error?

Create the text in the hierarchy maintenance. Alternatively, deactivate
the text.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EZ470 - Text&1 does not exist in language &2 ?

  The SAP error message EZ470, which states "Text &1 does not exist in language &2," typically occurs when the system is trying to retrieve a text or description for a specific object (like a material, customer, vendor, etc.) in a language that does not have the corresponding text maintained in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Texts: The primary cause of this error is that the text for the specified object (e.g., material description, customer name) is not maintained in the specified language.
  Language Settings: The user’s language settings may not match the available texts in the system.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, some texts may not have been transferred correctly.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the text management settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Texts:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., MM01 for materials, XD01 for customers) and check if the text exists for the specified language.
  If it does not exist, you can create or maintain the text in the required language.
  
  
  
  Check Language Settings:
  
  Ensure that the user’s language settings are correct. You can check this in the user profile settings.
  If necessary, change the language in the user profile or during the login process.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Language:
  
  If the text is not available in the desired language, consider using a different language that has the text maintained.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  If this error occurs after a data migration, perform a consistency check to ensure that all necessary texts have been migrated correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific instructions on maintaining texts for the relevant object type.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the object type, you may use different transaction codes to maintain texts:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  XD01: Create Customer
  XD02: Change Customer
  
  
  Language Codes: Familiarize yourself with the language codes used in SAP (e.g., EN for English, DE for German).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.