How To Fix GM118 - No text information for global company & in language &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GM - Combination manager

• Message number: 118

• Message text: No text information for global company & in language &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GM118 - No text information for global company & in language & ?

  The SAP error message GM118 ("No text information for global company & in language &") typically occurs in the context of the SAP General Ledger or the SAP Funds Management module. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the required text information for a specific global company code in the specified language.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Text Information: The primary cause of this error is that the text information (such as descriptions or titles) for the specified global company code is not maintained in the system for the specified language.
  Language Settings: The language settings in the user profile or the transaction may not match the available texts in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that prevent the text from being displayed correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Text Information:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., OX15 for company code settings) and check if the text information for the global company code is maintained.
  If it is missing, you can add the necessary text information in the required language.
  
  
  
  Check Language Settings:
  
  Ensure that the language settings in your user profile match the language for which the text is missing.
  You can check your user profile settings in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you have access, review the configuration settings related to the global company code and ensure that all necessary texts are properly configured.
  Consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team if you suspect a broader configuration issue.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  Use transaction codes like OX15 (for company code) or OX16 (for global company) to check and maintain the necessary text information.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on maintaining text information for global companies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Manuals: Refer to user manuals or training materials for guidance on maintaining company code information.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GM118 error and ensure that the necessary text information is available in the system.