How To Fix FE048 - Balance sheet/P+L & is not defined for target language &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FE - CO-PA module pool messages

• Message number: 048

• Message text: Balance sheet/P+L & is not defined for target language &

What causes this issue?

You have specified a language for the target language which is not
defined for this balance sheet/P+L version.

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?

If you have made an input error, then correct this entry.
If another target language is needed for this balance sheet/P+L
version, then you should define additional alternative languages within
Financial Accounting configuration.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FE048 - Balance sheet/P+L & is not defined for target language & ?

  The SAP error message FE048 typically indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the balance sheet and profit & loss (P&L) statements for a specific target language in the system. This error often arises when trying to generate financial statements or reports in a language that has not been properly set up in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The balance sheet and P&L statements have not been defined for the specified target language in the SAP system.
  Language Settings: The language settings in the user profile or the report settings may not match the languages configured in the system.
  Missing Translations: The necessary translations for the financial statement items may not be available in the target language.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Language Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and navigate to the configuration settings for financial statements.
  Ensure that the balance sheet and P&L statements are defined for the target language. This can typically be found under the Financial Accounting (FI) module settings.
  
  
  
  Define Financial Statement Versions:
  
  Use transaction code OB58 to check and define financial statement versions. Ensure that the versions are set up for the required languages.
  If the target language is not listed, you may need to create a new version or modify an existing one to include the necessary translations.
  
  
  
  Maintain Translations:
  
  Use transaction code OBY6 to maintain translations for the financial statement items. Ensure that all relevant items have translations in the target language.
  
  
  
  User Profile Settings:
  
  Check the user profile settings to ensure that the language is set correctly. You can do this by going to the user settings in the SAP GUI.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the report generation again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB58 (Financial Statement Versions), OBY6 (Maintain Translations), and SU01 (User Maintenance) for user profile settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message, as there may be known issues or fixes provided by SAP.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed steps on configuring financial statements and translations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for additional assistance.