How To Fix RECABC012 - Name for &1 &2 does not exist in language &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RECABC - Basis (Technical Objects - Library)

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Name for &1 &2 does not exist in language &3

What causes this issue?

The name for entry &V2& (&V1&) is not in table &V4& in language &V3&.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RECABC012 - Name for &1 &2 does not exist in language &3 ?

  The SAP error message RECABC012 indicates that a specific name or description for an object (like a material, customer, vendor, etc.) does not exist in the specified language. The placeholders &1, &2, and &3 typically represent the object type, object name, and language code, respectively.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Translations: The most common cause of this error is that the required translation for the specified object in the given language is not available in the system.
  Incorrect Language Settings: The language settings in the user profile or the system configuration might not be set correctly.
  Data Entry Issues: The object might not have been created properly, or the relevant data might not have been entered for the specified language.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Object Existence: Verify that the object (e.g., material, customer) actually exists in the system. You can do this by searching for the object using its identifier.
  Add Missing Translations:
  
  If the object exists but lacks a translation, you can add the missing name or description in the required language. This is typically done in the relevant transaction (e.g., MM01 for materials, XD01 for customers).
  Navigate to the appropriate transaction and enter the object ID. Then, switch to the relevant language and fill in the missing fields.
  
  
  Review Language Settings:
  
  Ensure that the user’s language settings are correct. You can check this in the user profile settings.
  If necessary, change the language settings to a language for which the object has a valid description.
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team: If you are unable to resolve the issue, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team to ensure that the necessary language packs are installed and configured correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the object type, you may use different transaction codes to check or update the data (e.g., MM02 for material master, VD02 for customer master).
  Language Codes: Familiarize yourself with the language codes used in SAP (e.g., EN for English, DE for German, etc.) to ensure you are using the correct code.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.