How To Fix P99B054 - Method & country & has no description in language &.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: P99B - Payroll Versions Basis

• Message number: 054

• Message text: Method & country & has no description in language &.

What causes this issue?

The calculation method you want to use does not exist in the system for
the chosen country.

System Response

Error message.

How to fix this error?

The calculation method and country must be set up in the customizing in
the appropriate language.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message P99B054 - Method & country & has no description in language &. ?

  The SAP error message P99B054 typically indicates that there is a missing description for a specific method and country in the specified language. This error often arises in the context of configuration or data entry where the system expects a description for a particular method (such as a payment method, shipping method, etc.) associated with a specific country and language.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause is that the description for the specified method in the given country and language has not been maintained in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue where the method is not properly set up for the specified country or language.
  Language Settings: The language settings in the user profile or system may not match the language for which the description is being requested.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Descriptions:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration area in SAP (e.g., SPRO) where the method is defined.
  Check if the description for the method in the specified country and language is maintained.
  If not, add the necessary description.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the method is correctly configured for the country in question.
  Verify that all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Language Settings:
  
  Check the user’s language settings in their profile.
  Ensure that the language being used is supported and that the necessary translations are available in the system.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the configuration changes were made in a development environment, ensure that they have been transported to the production environment correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on maintaining method descriptions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes to access the configuration settings (e.g., OBBP for payment methods, OVT0 for shipping methods).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and edit the configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.