How To Fix S_ARC_TRANS128 - Different definition for language-dependent entry for currency &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S_ARC_TRANS - Transfer Archive Administration (System Shutdown)

• Message number: 128

• Message text: Different definition for language-dependent entry for currency &1

What causes this issue?

During the adjustment of currencies that is part of the transfer of
archive administration data from the system to be decommissioned to the
RW system, it was discovered that the language-dependent definition of
currency &V1& in the source system is different from the definition in
the RW system.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S_ARC_TRANS128 - Different definition for language-dependent entry for currency &1 ?

  The SAP error message S_ARC_TRANS128 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the definition of a language-dependent entry for a specific currency. This typically occurs when there are inconsistencies in the currency settings or translations in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Currency Definitions: The error often arises when the currency has been defined differently in various languages. For example, the currency might have a different description or settings in one language compared to another.
  Missing Translations: If the currency does not have a proper translation in the specified language, it can lead to this error.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to currencies and their translations in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Currency Definitions:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB08 (or the relevant transaction for currency settings).
  Verify that the currency in question is defined correctly across all relevant languages.
  Ensure that the currency has consistent descriptions and settings in all languages.
  
  
  
  Review Language Settings:
  
  Check the language settings in your SAP system to ensure that the language-dependent entries for the currency are correctly maintained.
  You can use transaction SE63 to manage translations and ensure that the currency descriptions are correctly translated.
  
  
  
  Maintain Translations:
  
  If translations are missing, you can add them using transaction SE63 or through the relevant customizing transactions for maintaining translations.
  
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Review the customizing settings related to currencies and languages in the SAP system. Ensure that there are no discrepancies in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to currency settings and translations for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB08: Maintain exchange rates.
  SE63: Translation tools.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation for currency management and language settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the S_ARC_TRANS128 error in your SAP system.