How To Fix J2652 - &4 Description of transaction type &1 not maintained in language &2


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: J2 - Message Class for Development Class JBT

  • Message number: 652

  • Message text: &4 Description of transaction type &1 not maintained in language &2

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  • What causes this issue?

    In Customizing no description is maintained for the transaction type.

    System Response

    Processing cannot be continued.

    How to fix this error?

    Carry out the necessary correction in Customizing.

    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.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J2652 - &4 Description of transaction type &1 not maintained in language &2 ?

    The SAP error message J2652 indicates that there is a missing description for a specific transaction type in a particular language. This typically occurs when a transaction type is being used in a context where a description is required, but the description has not been maintained in the specified language.

    Cause:

    1. Missing Description: The primary cause of this error is that the description for the transaction type (denoted as &1) has not been entered in the specified language (denoted as &2) in the system.
    2. Language Settings: The system may be set to a language that does not have a corresponding description for the transaction type.
    3. Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of transaction types or language settings in the SAP system.

    Solution:

    To resolve this error, you need to maintain the description for the transaction type in the required language. Here are the steps to do this:

    1. Access the Transaction: Use transaction code OBD2 (or the relevant transaction for your specific SAP module) to access the configuration for transaction types.

    2. Select the Transaction Type: Find the transaction type that is causing the error (this will be indicated as &1 in the error message).

    3. Maintain Descriptions:

      • Look for the option to maintain descriptions or texts for the selected transaction type.
      • Enter the appropriate description in the language specified in the error message (this will be indicated as &2).
    4. Save Changes: After entering the description, save your changes.

    5. Test the Transaction: After maintaining the description, try to execute the transaction again to see if the error persists.

    Related Information:

    • Language Settings: Ensure that the language settings in your user profile are correctly configured. You can check this in the user settings or by using transaction SU01.
    • Transport Requests: If you are working in a development environment, ensure that any changes made are transported to the quality and production environments as needed.
    • Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed instructions on maintaining transaction types and descriptions.

    If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation, as there may be additional configuration or data issues at play.

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