How To Fix PLM_SE_EAM_SC316 - Name of item type code &1 in language &2 not available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PLM_SE_EAM_SC - Messages for PLM Services

• Message number: 316

• Message text: Name of item type code &1 in language &2 not available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLM_SE_EAM_SC316 - Name of item type code &1 in language &2 not available ?

  The SAP error message PLM_SE_EAM_SC316 indicates that the system is unable to find the name of the item type code specified in the given language. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Plant Maintenance (PM) or Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) modules when the system is trying to display or process an item type that has not been properly defined or translated in the specified language.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Item Type Definition: The item type code (&1) has not been defined in the system for the specified language (&2).
  Language Settings: The language settings in the user profile or the system may not include the necessary translations for the item type.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data where the item type is defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Item Type Definition:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration or master data transaction (e.g., SPRO for configuration).
  Navigate to the section where item types are defined and ensure that the item type code exists.
  If it does not exist, create a new entry for the item type.
  
  
  
  Add Translations:
  
  If the item type exists but lacks a translation in the specified language, you need to add the appropriate translations.
  This can typically be done in the transaction for maintaining text elements (e.g., SE63 for translation).
  
  
  
  Verify Language Settings:
  
  Check the user profile settings to ensure that the correct language is set.
  Ensure that the language is supported and that the necessary language packs are installed in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the relevant master data to ensure that there are no discrepancies.
  Use transaction codes like SE11 to check the data dictionary or SE16 to view table entries related to item types.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on item type definitions and translations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO, SE63, SE11, and SE16.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and edit item types and translations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message PLM_SE_EAM_SC316 and ensure that the item type code is properly defined and translated in the system.