How To Fix /PLMI/ECN_BO032 - Release key description not found for language &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/ECN_BO -

• Message number: 032

• Message text: Release key description not found for language &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/ECN_BO032 - Release key description not found for language &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/ECN_BO032 Release key description not found for language &1 typically indicates that the system is unable to find a description for a specific release key in the specified language. This can occur in various contexts, such as when working with Engineering Change Management (ECM) or other related modules.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The release key may not have been properly defined in the system for the specified language. This can happen if the data was not maintained or if the language settings are incorrect.
  Language Settings: The language in which the system is trying to retrieve the description may not be supported or may not have the necessary translations.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the relevant module that prevent the system from accessing the required data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Release Key Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., SPRO) and navigate to the configuration settings for the release keys.
  Ensure that the release key is defined and that descriptions exist for the required languages.
  
  
  
  Maintain Language-Specific Descriptions:
  
  If the release key exists but lacks a description in the specified language, you can maintain the description by using the appropriate transaction (e.g., SE11 for data dictionary objects or SE78 for maintaining translations).
  Add the missing descriptions for the release key in the required language.
  
  
  
  Verify Language Settings:
  
  Check the user’s language settings in their profile. Ensure that the language is correctly set and that the user has access to the necessary translations.
  You can also check the system's language settings to ensure that the required languages are installed and activated.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with to see if there are any known issues or additional steps required.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide additional insights or patches if this is a known issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE78 (SAP ArchiveLink).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message or the specific module you are working with. This can provide additional context or solutions.
  User Manuals: Refer to user manuals or guides for the specific SAP module to understand how release keys and their descriptions are managed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the release key descriptions are properly maintained in the system.