How To Fix PUMG070 - You have to specify a language field for tables of category 1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PUMG - Message class for transaction SPUMG.

• Message number: 070

• Message text: You have to specify a language field for tables of category 1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PUMG070 - You have to specify a language field for tables of category 1. ?

  The SAP error message PUMG070 indicates that there is a requirement to specify a language field for tables of category 1. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's data dictionary and is related to the handling of language-dependent data.
  Cause:
  In SAP, tables that are categorized as "category 1" are expected to have a language field to manage multilingual data. This error arises when you attempt to create or modify a table that is supposed to hold language-dependent data but does not include a language field (usually a field like SPRACHE or LANGUAGE).
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the table in question includes a language field. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Open the Data Dictionary (SE11): Go to transaction SE11 in your SAP system.
  
  
  Locate the Table: Enter the name of the table that is causing the error and click on "Display" or "Change".
  
  
  Add a Language Field:
  
  If the table is missing a language field, you need to add one. Typically, this field should be of type CHAR with a length of 1 or 2, depending on your requirements.
  The field should be named appropriately (e.g., SPRACHE or LANGUAGE).
  
  
  
  Set the Language Field as Key: If the table is meant to be language-dependent, ensure that the language field is part of the primary key or at least indexed properly.
  
  
  Activate the Table: After making the changes, activate the table to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  Test the Changes: After activation, test the functionality that was previously causing the error to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Language-Dependent Tables: In SAP, language-dependent tables are used to store data that can vary based on the language of the user. This is common in tables that hold descriptions, texts, or other user-facing information.
  Table Categories: SAP categorizes tables into different types based on their usage and structure. Category 1 tables are specifically designed to hold language-dependent data.
  SAP Documentation: For more detailed information, refer to the SAP Help Portal or the specific documentation related to the Data Dictionary and table management.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider checking for any additional constraints or dependencies that may be affecting the table structure or consult with your SAP Basis or ABAP team for further assistance.