How To Fix PPDS_CUO019 - Shift definition text not maintained in logon language

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPDS_CUO - Message class for Capacity Utilization

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Shift definition text not maintained in logon language

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPDS_CUO019 - Shift definition text not maintained in logon language ?

  The SAP error message PPDS_CUO019 indicates that the shift definition text is not maintained in the logon language. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PPDS) when the system is unable to find a description for a shift in the language that the user is currently logged in with.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Shift Definition Text: The shift definition has been created, but the text for that shift is not maintained in the language that the user is logged into SAP.
  Language Settings: The user’s logon language may not match the language in which the shift definitions were created or maintained.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the shift definitions in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Maintain Shift Definition Text:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SAPAPO/SHIFT or navigate through the SAP menu to the relevant area for maintaining shift definitions.
  Find the specific shift definition that is causing the error.
  Ensure that the shift text is maintained in the logon language. If it is not, add the necessary text for the shift in the appropriate language.
  
  
  
  Check Language Settings:
  
  Verify the logon language of the user. You can check this in the user profile settings.
  If necessary, change the logon language to one that has the shift definition text maintained.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that all necessary configurations for shifts are correctly set up in the system.
  If you are unsure about the configuration, consult with your SAP Basis or PPDS consultant.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the shift definitions were recently transported from another system, ensure that the transport included all necessary texts in all required languages.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/SHIFT for maintaining shift definitions.
  User Profiles: Check user profiles and authorizations to ensure that users have the necessary permissions to view and maintain shift definitions.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed instructions on maintaining shift definitions and handling language settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PPDS_CUO019 error and ensure that shift definitions are properly maintained in the required languages.