How To Fix ME_CCMS_NAK013 - Text cannot be translated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME_CCMS_NAK - Message Class for CCMS/ME

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Text cannot be translated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME_CCMS_NAK013 - Text cannot be translated ?

  The SAP error message ME_CCMS_NAK013, which states "Text cannot be translated," typically occurs when the system is unable to find a translation for a specific text element in the desired language. This can happen in various contexts, such as when dealing with messages, labels, or descriptions in different languages within the SAP system.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Translations: The most common cause is that the text element has not been translated into the target language in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Language Settings: The user’s language settings may not match the available translations in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the translation was recently added or modified, it may not have been transported correctly to the system.
  Custom Development: If the text is part of a custom development (like a Z-program), the translation may not have been provided.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Translation:
  
  Go to transaction SE63 (Translation) and check if the text element exists in the desired language.
  If it does not exist, you can create a new translation for the text.
  
  
  
  Language Settings:
  
  Ensure that your user profile is set to the correct language. You can check this in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) under the "Defaults" tab.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the translation was recently added, ensure that the transport request containing the translation has been successfully imported into the target system.
  
  
  
  Custom Development:
  
  If the text is part of a custom development, check with the development team to ensure that translations have been provided for all necessary languages.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE63: For managing translations.
  SE11: To check the data dictionary for the text element.
  SE78: For managing SAPscript and Smart Forms translations.
  
  
  
  Language Codes: Familiarize yourself with the language codes used in SAP (e.g., EN for English, DE for German) to ensure you are working with the correct settings.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on text management and translations.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ME_CCMS_NAK013 error and ensure that the necessary translations are in place.