How To Fix QF139 - No long text added because no master language found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QF - Defects Recording

• Message number: 139

• Message text: No long text added because no master language found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QF139 - No long text added because no master language found ?

  The SAP error message QF139, which states "No long text added because no master language found," typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify long text for a material or other master data, but the system cannot find a master language setting for that particular object. This can happen in various contexts, such as when working with material master records, vendor master records, or other types of master data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Master Language Setting: The primary cause of this error is that the master data record does not have a master language defined. The master language is essential for the system to determine how to handle long texts.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that prevent the master language from being recognized or set correctly.
  Data Inconsistencies: If the data has been imported or migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies or missing fields that lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Master Language Setting:
  
  Go to the relevant master data transaction (e.g., MM01 for material master).
  Check if the master language is set correctly. You can do this by navigating to the "Basic Data" or "General Data" views and looking for the language settings.
  If the master language is not set, you may need to define it.
  
  
  
  Maintain Long Text:
  
  If you are trying to add long text, ensure that you are doing so in the correct language context. You may need to switch to the appropriate language or set the master language before adding long text.
  
  
  
  Configuration Check:
  
  If you have access to the configuration settings, check the settings for the relevant module (e.g., Material Management) to ensure that the master language is configured correctly.
  You can check the settings in transaction SPRO under the relevant application area.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  If the data was migrated, perform a consistency check to ensure that all required fields are populated correctly. You may need to run data validation reports or use transaction codes like SE16 to check the underlying tables.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling long texts and master language settings.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), MM03 (Display Material), SE16 (Data Browser).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to modify master data and long texts.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the QF139 error and successfully add long text to your master data records.