How To Fix /PLMI/RTG_RCA_SCO006 - Description &1 in language &2 does not exist; update not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/RTG_RCA_SCO -

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Description &1 in language &2 does not exist; update not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/RTG_RCA_SCO006 - Description &1 in language &2 does not exist; update not possible ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/RTG_RCA_SCO006 typically indicates that a specific description for a record or object in the system does not exist in the specified language. This can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to update a record that requires a description in a particular language that hasn't been maintained in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Language Data: The description for the object or record you are trying to update is not available in the specified language.
  Incorrect Language Settings: The language settings in your user profile or the system may not be configured correctly.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data where certain records have descriptions in some languages but not in others.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Language Data:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction or table where the object is defined.
  Check if the description exists for the specified language.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create or update the description for that language.
  
  
  
  Check User Language Settings:
  
  Ensure that your user profile is set to the correct language.
  You can check this in the user settings or by using transaction SU01 to view your user profile.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Language:
  
  If possible, try to perform the operation in a language for which the description exists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for the specific module you are working with to understand how to maintain language-specific data.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes to maintain data (e.g., SE11 for data dictionary, SE78 for SAPscript forms, etc.).
  Language Settings: SAP supports multiple languages, and maintaining data in multiple languages is crucial for global implementations.
  Data Maintenance: Regular checks and updates to language-specific data can help prevent such errors in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the necessary descriptions are available in the required languages.