How To Fix RMSL_WUI317 - Footnote &1 does not exist in language &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RMSL_WUI - Labeling Web UI: RMSL Class Messages Converted for Web UI

• Message number: 317

• Message text: Footnote &1 does not exist in language &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RMSL_WUI317 - Footnote &1 does not exist in language &2 ?

  The SAP error message RMSL_WUI317 indicates that a specific footnote (identified by &1) does not exist in the specified language (identified by &2). This error typically occurs in the context of SAP applications that utilize footnotes for additional information or clarification, such as in the SAP Retail or SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) modules.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Footnote: The footnote referenced in the error message has not been created or is not available in the specified language.
  Language Settings: The system may be set to a language that does not have the corresponding footnote defined.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data or configuration that lead to the system looking for a footnote that does not exist.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create the Missing Footnote:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or configuration area in SAP where footnotes are managed.
  Create the footnote with the identifier specified in the error message for the required language.
  Ensure that the content of the footnote is correctly entered and saved.
  
  
  
  Check Language Settings:
  
  Verify the language settings in your user profile and ensure that they match the languages for which footnotes are available.
  If necessary, switch to a different language that has the footnote defined.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to footnotes in the relevant module (e.g., Retail, CRM).
  Ensure that all necessary translations and footnotes are properly maintained.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on managing footnotes and translations.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the module, you may need to use specific transaction codes to manage footnotes (e.g., SE11 for data dictionary, SE78 for SAPscript forms).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to create or modify footnotes in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RMSL_WUI317 error and ensure that the required footnotes are available in the specified language.