How To Fix PORD_MESSAGES098 - Enter same language code for all System Status Names.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PORD_MESSAGES - Message class for PORD services

• Message number: 098

• Message text: Enter same language code for all System Status Names.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PORD_MESSAGES098 - Enter same language code for all System Status Names. ?

  The SAP error message PORD_MESSAGES098 indicates that there is a mismatch in the language codes used for system status names in the system. This error typically arises when the system status names for different languages are not consistent, meaning that the same language code must be used across all entries.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that when defining system status names in SAP, the language codes for these names must be uniform. If you have defined a system status in one language and then attempted to define it in another language without maintaining the same language code, this error will occur.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that all system status names are defined using the same language code. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction code in SAP (e.g., SPRO for configuration).
  Navigate to the area where system statuses are defined (this could be under Logistics or a specific module depending on your configuration).
  
  
  
  Check Language Settings:
  
  Review the system status names that have been defined.
  Ensure that each status name is entered with the same language code across all entries.
  
  
  
  Correct the Entries:
  
  If you find discrepancies, correct the entries by either:
  
  Changing the language code to match the others.
  Adding the missing language entries with the correct language code.
  
  
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Test:
  
  After making the changes, test the functionality to ensure that the error no longer appears.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE78 (SAP ArchiveLink), or SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) depending on where you are making the changes.
  Language Codes: Familiarize yourself with the language codes used in your SAP system (e.g., EN for English, DE for German, etc.).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation or your organization's SAP guidelines for more detailed instructions on managing system statuses and language settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.