How To Fix /PLMI/PPE_SP026 - Duplicate descriptions entered for language &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/PPE_SP -

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Duplicate descriptions entered for language &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/PPE_SP026 - Duplicate descriptions entered for language &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/PPE_SP026 Duplicate descriptions entered for language &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or similar modules where descriptions or texts are maintained for various objects (like materials, documents, etc.) in multiple languages.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that there are duplicate entries for descriptions in the specified language (denoted by &1). This can happen if:
  
  The same description has been entered multiple times for the same object in the same language.
  There is a data entry error where the same text is mistakenly saved more than once.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Object: Determine which object (e.g., material, document, etc.) is causing the error. The error message may provide additional context or you may need to check the transaction where the error occurred.
  
  
  Check Existing Descriptions:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or table where the descriptions are maintained.
  Look for the entries in the specified language and identify any duplicates.
  
  
  
  Remove Duplicates:
  
  If you find duplicate descriptions, you will need to delete or modify the redundant entries to ensure that each description is unique for that language.
  Make sure to save your changes after removing duplicates.
  
  
  
  Validation: After making changes, try to perform the action that triggered the error again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  Data Consistency: If this issue is recurring, consider implementing data validation checks during data entry to prevent duplicates from being created in the future.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the object type, you may use different transaction codes to view and edit descriptions. Common ones include:
  
  MM02 for material master data.
  CV01N for document management.
  
  
  
  Language Settings: Ensure that the language settings in your user profile are correctly configured, as this can affect how descriptions are displayed and entered.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to edit the descriptions in the system.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the /PLMI/PPE_SP026 Duplicate descriptions entered for language &1 error effectively.