How To Fix /PLMI/PPE_BO010 - Description in language &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/PPE_BO -

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Description in language &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/PPE_BO010 - Description in language &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/PPE_BO010 Description in language &1 does not exist typically indicates that there is a missing description for a specific object or entity in the specified language. This can occur in various contexts within SAP, particularly when dealing with business objects or configuration settings that require language-specific descriptions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Language Data: The description for a particular business object or configuration is not maintained in the specified language.
  Incorrect Language Settings: The system may be set to a language that is not fully supported or for which data has not been entered.
  Transport Issues: If the object was transported from another system, the language-specific data may not have been included in the transport request.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Language-Specific Data:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE11 for Data Dictionary, SE78 for SAPscript forms, etc.) and check if the description exists for the specified language.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create or maintain the description in the appropriate language.
  
  
  
  Check Language Settings:
  
  Ensure that the user’s language settings are correct. You can check this in the user profile settings (transaction SU01).
  If necessary, change the language to one that is supported and has the required descriptions.
  
  
  
  Transport Request:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, verify that the transport request included all necessary language data.
  If not, you may need to re-transport the object with the correct language data or manually create the missing descriptions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for the specific module or object you are working with to ensure that you are following the correct procedures for maintaining language data.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE78 (SAPscript), or SE80 (Object Navigator) to manage and maintain descriptions.
  Language Settings: Understand how to manage user profiles and language settings in SAP to avoid similar issues in the future.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message, as there may be specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.