How To Fix MEREP_00552 - To use a diff. lang. item, delete existing mappings in current structure

MEREP_00552 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MEREP_00 - Basic Message

• Message number: 552

• Message text: To use a diff. lang. item, delete existing mappings in current structure

What causes this issue?

This error occurs when the developer is trying to map a different
language item to that already mapped to other fields in the structure.
This is not allowed in SyncBOs enabled for multiple languages.

System Response

An error message appears and mapping is not allowed.

How to fix this error?

In order to map this new multi-language item, you must delete other
mapping in the current structure completely and then do the new mapping.
Or retain the current mapping.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MEREP_00552 - To use a diff. lang. item, delete existing mappings in current structure ?

  The SAP error message MEREP_00552 typically occurs in the context of using different language versions of materials or items in the SAP system. This error indicates that there are existing mappings in the current structure that prevent the use of a different language item.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to use a different language version of an item (such as a material or product) that has existing mappings in the current structure. This can happen in scenarios such as:
  
  Trying to change the language of a material description or other attributes while there are still references or mappings to the original language version.
  The system has constraints that require all mappings to be cleared before a new language version can be utilized.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you need to delete the existing mappings associated with the current structure. Here are the steps you can follow:
  
  
  Identify Existing Mappings:
  
  Use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material)