How To Fix RETAIL_ST_PLA_MSG005 - Description of product &1 not available in logon language &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RETAIL_ST_PLA_MSG - RETAIL_ST_PLA_MSG

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Description of product &1 not available in logon language &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RETAIL_ST_PLA_MSG005 - Description of product &1 not available in logon language &2 ?

  The SAP error message RETAIL_ST_PLA_MSG005 indicates that the description of a product (identified by &1) is not available in the logon language (identified by &2). This typically occurs in retail or logistics modules where product descriptions are required for display or processing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Translations: The primary cause of this error is that the product description has not been translated into the language that the user is logged in with. For example, if a user logs in with a German interface but the product description is only available in English, this error will occur.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data where the product descriptions are not maintained for all required languages.
  Configuration Issues: There could be issues with the configuration of language settings in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Product Descriptions:
  
  Go to the product master data in the relevant transaction (e.g., MM01 for material master).
  Check the language settings and ensure that the product description is maintained for the required logon language.
  If the description is missing, add the necessary translations.
  
  
  
  Check Language Settings:
  
  Verify the user’s logon language settings in the user profile.
  Ensure that the system is configured to support multiple languages and that the necessary language packs are installed.
  
  
  
  Use Default Language:
  
  If translations are not available, consider using a fallback mechanism to display the description in a default language (if configured).
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the product master data to identify any missing translations or inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on maintaining product descriptions and translations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM01 (Create Material)
  MM02 (Change Material)
  MM03 (Display Material)
  
  
  Language Settings: 
  
  You can check and change user language settings in the user profile (SU01).
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to language handling or product descriptions.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RETAIL_ST_PLA_MSG005 error and ensure that product descriptions are available in the required languages.