How To Fix FMMDSE001 - Language codes of name (&1) and description (&2) do not match

FMMDSE001 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMMDSE - Messages for Funds Management Master Data Service Enabling

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Language codes of name (&1) and description (&2) do not match

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMMDSE001 - Language codes of name (&1) and description (&2) do not match ?

  The SAP error message FMMDSE001 indicates that there is a mismatch between the language codes of the name and the description in a particular context, typically related to master data or configuration settings. This error often arises when the system expects the name and description to be in the same language but finds that they are not.
  
  Cause:
  
  Language Mismatch: The most common cause is that the name and description fields are populated in different languages. For example, if the name is in English (EN) and the description is in German (DE), the system will throw this error.
  Data Entry Error: During data entry or migration, the fields may have been filled incorrectly, leading to a mismatch.
  
  Configuration Issues: In some cases, the configuration settings for language handling in the system may not be set up correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Language Settings: Verify the language settings in the relevant transaction or configuration. Ensure that both the name