How To Fix RH238 - Level with initial language in level text segment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RH - BW: Hierarchies ( basic functions )

• Message number: 238

• Message text: Level with initial language in level text segment

What causes this issue?

The hierarchy level text segment contains a record where the language
field LANGU is initial. This field must be filled with a valid language.

System Response

The hierarchy update is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Check the source of the data (or the transformations) where the data is
created or changed.
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Generally DataSources do not return segments for the levels. Check
whether an incorrect source segment is connected to the level segment
and, if so, delete these rules.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RH238 - Level with initial language in level text segment ?

  The SAP error message RH238 typically relates to issues with the level text segment in the context of HR (Human Resources) or related modules. This error can occur when there is a problem with the configuration or data related to the level text in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The level text segment may not be properly configured in the system, leading to the error.
  Language Settings: The initial language for the level text segment may not be set correctly, or the text may be missing for the specified language.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing entries in the relevant tables that store level text information.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system (usually in the SPRO transaction) and ensure that the level text segment is correctly defined.
  Verify that all necessary fields are filled out and that the configuration aligns with your organizational requirements.
  
  
  
  Language Settings:
  
  Ensure that the initial language for the level text segment is correctly set. You can check this in the relevant HR configuration settings.
  If the text is missing for the specified language, you may need to enter the appropriate text for that language.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Check the relevant database tables (such as T77* tables) to ensure that the data is consistent and complete.
  If there are missing entries, you may need to add them manually or through a data upload process.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests: If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the RH238 error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (for configuration), SE11 (for data dictionary), and SE16 (for table data view).
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the RH238 error in your SAP system.