How To Fix /PLMI/BO_MAT027 - More than one description maintained for language &1; remove duplicates

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/BO_MAT -

• Message number: 027

• Message text: More than one description maintained for language &1; remove duplicates

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/BO_MAT027 - More than one description maintained for language &1; remove duplicates ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/BO_MAT027 indicates that there are multiple descriptions maintained for a material in a specific language, which is not allowed. This typically occurs in the context of material master data, where each material should have a unique description for each language.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by having duplicate entries for the material description in the specified language. This can happen due to:
  
  Manual data entry errors.
  Data migration issues where the same description was imported multiple times.
  Incorrect configuration or settings in the material master data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to identify and remove the duplicate descriptions for the affected material in the specified language. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Identify the Material: Determine which material is causing the error. The error message should specify the material number.
  
  
  Check Material Descriptions:
  
  Go to the transaction code MM03 (Display Material).
  Enter the material number and select the appropriate views (usually Basic Data 1 or Basic Data 2).
  Check the descriptions for the specified language.
  
  
  
  Remove Duplicates:
  
  If you find multiple entries for the same language, you will need to delete or modify the duplicates.
  You can do this by going to the transaction code MM02 (Change Material) and editing the descriptions to ensure that only one unique description exists for that language.
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the necessary changes, save the material master data.
  
  
  Test: After resolving the duplicates, try to perform the action that triggered the error again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM01 - Create Material
  MM02 - Change Material
  MM03 - Display Material
  
  
  Material Master Views: Ensure you are familiar with the different views in the material master, as descriptions can be maintained in various views.
  Language Settings: Check the language settings in your SAP system to ensure that they are configured correctly.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or check for any custom developments that might be affecting the material master data.