How To Fix ICC_NL021 - No language dependent description for WKA method &1 available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICC_NL - Country specific messages for the Netherlands

• Message number: 021

• Message text: No language dependent description for WKA method &1 available

What causes this issue?

There is no short text assigned to the WKA Method defined in the source
table.

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?

Check the entries in the source table.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICC_NL021 - No language dependent description for WKA method &1 available ?

  The SAP error message ICC_NL021, which states "No language dependent description for WKA method &1 available," typically occurs when the system is unable to find a language-specific description for a particular method in the context of the SAP system's configuration. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when working with workflows, business processes, or specific configurations that rely on language-dependent texts.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Language-Specific Texts: The most common cause is that the language-dependent description for the specified method (indicated by &1) has not been maintained in the system.
  Incorrect Language Settings: The user’s language settings may not match the available texts in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the method was recently transported from another system, the language texts may not have been included in the transport request.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Language-Specific Descriptions:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE11 for Data Dictionary, SE78 for SAPscript forms, or the specific configuration transaction related to the method).
  Check if the method exists and if there are any language-dependent texts maintained for it.
  If not, create or update the language-specific description for the method.
  
  
  
  Check Language Settings:
  
  Ensure that the user’s language settings are correctly configured. You can check this in the user profile settings (transaction SU01).
  If the user is set to a language that does not have the required texts, consider switching to a language that does.
  
  
  
  Transport Request:
  
  If the method was recently transported, verify that the transport request included all necessary language texts.
  If not, you may need to re-transport the relevant objects or manually create the missing texts.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific method or functionality to ensure that all necessary configurations are in place.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE78 (SAPscript forms), SE80 (Object Navigator), and others depending on the context.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Language Settings: You can manage language settings in transaction SMLT (Language Transport) if you need to add or manage languages in your SAP system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.