How To Fix /PLMI/SP_MAT011 - Material Description is derived from language &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/SP_MAT -

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Material Description is derived from language &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/SP_MAT011 - Material Description is derived from language &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/SP_MAT011 Material Description is derived from language &1 typically occurs in the context of material master data management. This message indicates that the material description for a specific material is being derived from a particular language, which may not be set up correctly or may not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Language Data: The material description in the specified language (&1) is not maintained in the material master record.
  Language Configuration: The language settings in the user profile or the system may not be aligned with the language used in the material master.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data where the material description is expected but not available for the specified language.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03).
  Check if the material description is maintained for the language indicated in the error message.
  If it is missing, you can add the description in the appropriate language using transaction code MM02 (Change Material).
  
  
  
  Maintain Language Settings:
  
  Ensure that the language settings in your user profile are correct. You can check this in the user settings (transaction code SU01).
  Make sure that the language you are trying to use is supported and configured in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Language Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for languages in the system. This can be done through transaction code SPRO and navigating to the relevant sections for language settings.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  If you suspect data inconsistencies, consider running a report or transaction that checks for missing descriptions or inconsistencies in the material master data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on handling material master data and language settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material
  MM02: Change Material
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SPRO: Customizing (Configuration)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and edit material master data.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the material descriptions are correctly maintained in the desired languages.