How To Fix /PLMI/SP_MAT053 - Reference plant text not found for language &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/SP_MAT -

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Reference plant text not found for language &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/SP_MAT053 - Reference plant text not found for language &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/SP_MAT053 Reference plant text not found for language &1 typically indicates that the system is unable to find the text for a reference plant in the specified language. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to create or modify materials, or when accessing certain data related to plants in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Texts: The reference plant does not have the necessary texts maintained for the specified language in the system.
  Language Settings: The language settings in the user profile or the system may not be correctly configured.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to the reference plant.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Plant Texts:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (Customizing) and navigate to the relevant area where you can maintain plant texts.
  Ensure that the texts for the reference plant are maintained for the required language. This can usually be found under:
  
  Logistics - General > Master Data > Plant > Maintain Plant.
  
  
  Check if the texts exist for the specified language and add them if they are missing.
  
  
  
  Check Language Settings:
  
  Verify the language settings in your user profile. You can check this in the user settings (transaction SU01).
  Ensure that the language you are using is supported and that the necessary texts are available in that language.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the master data related to the reference plant. You can use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) to check if the material is correctly linked to the reference plant.
  If there are inconsistencies, you may need to correct them by updating the relevant master data.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the texts were recently created or modified, ensure that the changes have been transported to the relevant system (e.g., from development to production).
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), MM03 (Display Material), and SPRO (Customizing).
  Language Key: The language key (e.g., EN for English, DE for German) is crucial in identifying the texts. Ensure that the correct language key is being used in the transaction.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.