How To Fix OPS_SE_QUM206 - Short text for language &1 already exists.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OPS_SE_QUM - Quality Management: Messages for Service Enabling

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Short text for language &1 already exists.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OPS_SE_QUM206 - Short text for language &1 already exists. ?

  The SAP error message OPS_SE_QUM206 indicates that there is an attempt to create or modify a short text for a specific language that already exists in the system. This typically occurs in the context of managing texts for various objects, such as materials, documents, or other master data.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You are trying to create a new short text entry for a language that already has an existing entry.
  There may be a duplicate entry in the database for the specified language.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Entries:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or table where the short texts are maintained.
  Look for existing entries for the specified language to confirm that a short text already exists.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing Entry:
  
  If an entry already exists, you can either modify the existing short text instead of creating a new one.
  Use the appropriate transaction (e.g., SE11 for table maintenance, or the specific transaction for the object you are working with) to update the existing text.
  
  
  
  Delete Duplicate Entry:
  
  If you find that there are duplicate entries that should not exist, you may need to delete the unnecessary entry. Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific object you are working with to understand the requirements for short texts.
  
  
  
  Check Custom Code:
  
  If you are using custom code or enhancements, ensure that there are no issues in the logic that might be causing the attempt to create a duplicate entry.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a recurring problem.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may use various transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE78 (SAP ArchiveLink), or specific application transactions related to the object you are working with.
  Language Settings: Ensure that the language settings in your user profile are correctly configured, as this can affect how texts are displayed and managed.
  Authorization: Make sure you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify texts in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the OPS_SE_QUM206 error and manage your short texts effectively.