How To Fix /SAPAPO/MC01143 - Maintain text in the original language '&'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MC01 -

• Message number: 143

• Message text: Maintain text in the original language '&'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MC01143 - Maintain text in the original language '&' ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MC01143 Maintain text in the original language '&' typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with maintaining text in the original language for a specific object, such as a material, location, or other master data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Texts: The error usually indicates that the system expects a text entry in the original language (as defined in the system settings), but it is missing or not maintained.
  Language Settings: The original language for the text might not be set correctly in the user profile or in the master data.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data where the text is expected but not found.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Texts:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., CIF for integration, MM02 for material master, etc.) where the text is supposed to be maintained.
  Ensure that you enter the required text in the original language field. This is often the language set as the default in the user profile or the language defined in the system settings.
  
  
  
  Check Language Settings:
  
  Verify the language settings in your user profile. You can do this by going to SU01 (User Maintenance) and checking the language field.
  Ensure that the original language is set correctly in the system configuration.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE78 (SAP ArchiveLink) to check if the texts are defined correctly in the database.
  If you are working with specific master data, use the appropriate transaction to maintain the texts.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific instructions on maintaining texts for the object you are working with.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to maintain texts in the system. Lack of proper authorizations can also lead to issues when trying to save changes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  System Configuration: Review the configuration settings in SPRO related to text management and language settings to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.