How To Fix PO146 - Character set & deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PO - Spooler message

• Message number: 146

• Message text: Character set & deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PO146 - Character set & deleted ?

  The SAP error message PO146 "Character set & deleted" typically indicates that there is an issue with the character set configuration in the SAP system. This error can occur when the character set that is being referenced has been deleted or is no longer available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Deleted Character Set: The character set that is being used in a particular context (like a purchase order or document) has been deleted from the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the character set configuration in the SAP system.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, it may reference a character set that does not exist in the current SAP environment.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Character Set Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration) and check the character set settings.
  Ensure that the character set in question is still available and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Restore Deleted Character Set:
  
  If the character set has been deleted, you may need to restore it from a backup or recreate it if possible.
  
  
  
  Update References:
  
  If the character set is no longer needed, update any references in your documents or configurations to use a valid character set.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on the specific context of your system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SPAD for spool administration and SE11 for data dictionary objects, as they may help in diagnosing the issue.
  Character Set Documentation: Review SAP documentation regarding character sets and encoding to understand how they are used within the system.
  System Logs: Check system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the PO146 error and implement a solution to resolve it.