How To Fix S_CUS_IMG_ACTIVITY138 - View &1 contains a language field (&2) in the key

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S_CUS_IMG_ACTIVITY - IMG Activity

• Message number: 138

• Message text: View &1 contains a language field (&2) in the key

What causes this issue?

The maintenance view &V1& contains a language field (&V2&) in the key.
View keys do not usually contain language fields, because language field
s are automatically generated in the maintenance dialog, if the primary
relationship to the text table ('Text table for table'). The language
field is automatically filled in the logon language.

System Response

You can use the view &V1& in BC Sets.

How to fix this error?

The use of a language field as a key field is not an error in this case,
but the SAP developer responsible should change the view definition
(remove the language field from the key). Regenerate any generated
maintenance dialog with transaction SE54 to make the change effective in
the maintenance interface.

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S_CUS_IMG_ACTIVITY138 - View &1 contains a language field (&2) in the key ?

  The SAP error message S_CUS_IMG_ACTIVITY138 indicates that there is an issue with a view in the SAP system that contains a language field as part of its key. This can occur when you are trying to create or modify a view that is not properly configured to handle language-dependent fields.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the view you are trying to work with includes a language field (typically a field that is used to store text in multiple languages) as part of its key. In SAP, language fields should not be included in the key of a view because keys are expected to be unique identifiers that do not change based on language.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the View Definition: Review the definition of the view that is causing the error. Identify the fields that are included in the key of the view.
  
  
  Remove Language Fields from Key: If you find that a language field is included in the key, you will need to modify the view definition to remove the language field from the key. This may involve changing the way the view is structured or how data is accessed.
  
  
  Use Language-Independent Keys: Ensure that the key fields of the view are language-independent. This means using fields that do not change based on the language setting of the user.
  
  
  Transport Requests: If you are working in a development environment and plan to transport changes to a production environment, ensure that the transport requests are properly configured and that the changes are included.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test the view to ensure that it functions correctly without the language field in the key.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about how to modify the view or need more detailed guidance, consult the SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific notes related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common issues.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  ABAP Development: If you are familiar with ABAP, you can also look into the underlying code of the view to understand how it is constructed and make necessary adjustments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the S_CUS_IMG_ACTIVITY138 error and successfully work with the view in your SAP system.