How To Fix HRHAP00_TEMPLATE168 - Desription is not maintained consistently in all required languages

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRHAP00_TEMPLATE - HR-HAP: Appraisal Template

• Message number: 168

• Message text: Desription is not maintained consistently in all required languages

What causes this issue?

Inconsistencies exist between the available languages, in which the
element was created, and the available language versions of the element
description.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRHAP00_TEMPLATE168 - Desription is not maintained consistently in all required languages ?

  The SAP error message HRHAP00_TEMPLATE168 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the language maintenance of a description in the system. This typically occurs in the context of HR (Human Resources) applications, particularly when dealing with templates or forms that require multilingual support.
  Cause:
  The error arises when a description or text element is not maintained in all the required languages for a specific object (like a template, form, or other HR-related data). This can happen if:
  
  The description is only maintained in one language (e.g., English) but not in others (e.g., German, French).
  The system is configured to require descriptions in multiple languages, but some of those languages are missing the necessary entries.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the description is maintained consistently across all required languages. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Identify the Object: Determine which object (template, form, etc.) is causing the error. This information is usually provided in the error message or can be found in the context where the error occurred.
  
  
  Access the Language Maintenance:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., SE63 for translation, or the specific transaction for maintaining HR templates).
  If you are dealing with a specific HR template, you might need to use transaction HRHAP00 or similar.
  
  
  
  Maintain Descriptions:
  
  Check the existing descriptions for the object in all required languages.
  If any language is missing a description, enter the appropriate text for that language.
  Ensure that the descriptions are consistent and correctly translated.
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the necessary updates, save your changes.
  
  
  Test the Changes: Try to execute the action that previously resulted in the error to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Language Settings: Check the language settings in your SAP system to understand which languages are required for the specific object.
  Translation Tools: Utilize SAP's translation tools (like SE63) to manage translations effectively.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on maintaining multilingual data in HR applications.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the descriptions in the system.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.