How To Fix FINB_GN057 - More than one language field defined for table/structure &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINB_GN - Messages from the Generator

• Message number: 057

• Message text: More than one language field defined for table/structure &1

What causes this issue?

For text tables, exactly one key field must be recorded as language
field. In table &V1&, several fields have been designated as language
fields.

System Response

Field &V2& is not designated as language field.

How to fix this error?

This may be a system error. Contact the relevant support.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINB_GN057 - More than one language field defined for table/structure &1 ?

  The SAP error message FINB_GN057 indicates that there is an issue with the definition of language fields in a table or structure. Specifically, it means that more than one language field has been defined for the specified table or structure, which is not allowed in SAP.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is the presence of multiple fields in a table or structure that are intended to store language-dependent data. In SAP, typically only one language field is allowed per table or structure to ensure consistency and avoid ambiguity in language handling.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Table/Structure: Determine which table or structure is causing the error. The error message will specify the name of the table or structure in the &1 placeholder.
  
  
  Check Field Definitions: Go to the Data Dictionary (SE11) and check the field definitions of the specified table or structure. Look for fields that are defined to hold language-dependent data (usually fields with a language key).
  
  
  Remove Duplicate Language Fields: If you find multiple fields that are intended to store language-dependent data, you will need to remove or consolidate them. Decide which field should be retained based on your business requirements.
  
  
  Adjust Data Model: If necessary, adjust your data model to ensure that only one language field is defined. This may involve modifying the structure of the table or creating a new table to hold the additional language data.
  
  
  Transport Changes: If you are working in a development environment, ensure that you transport the changes to the appropriate environments (e.g., quality assurance, production) after testing.
  
  
  Test the Changes: After making the changes, test the functionality to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the application behaves as expected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Language Fields in SAP: In SAP, language fields are typically used to store text in multiple languages. The standard practice is to have a single language field (e.g., SPRAS) that indicates the language of the text stored in other fields.
  Data Dictionary (SE11): This transaction code allows you to view and modify the definitions of tables, structures, and other data objects in SAP.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or solutions related to this error message.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.