How To Fix /SCMTMS/DG_UI039 - Phrase &1 does not exist; specify existing phrase or create new one

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/DG_UI -

• Message number: 039

• Message text: Phrase &1 does not exist; specify existing phrase or create new one

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/DG_UI039 - Phrase &1 does not exist; specify existing phrase or create new one ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/DG_UI039 indicates that a specific phrase (text) referenced in the system does not exist. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when the system is trying to display or process a text that has not been defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Phrase: The phrase or text that the system is trying to access is not defined in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the system is looking for a phrase that should exist but is not properly set up.
  Language Settings: The phrase may exist in a different language, and the system is set to a language where the phrase is not defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Phrases:
  
  Go to the transaction code SE63 (Translation) or SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check if the phrase exists in the system.
  You can also use transaction SE78 to check for existing texts.
  
  
  
  Create New Phrase:
  
  If the phrase does not exist, you can create a new one. This can typically be done in the customizing settings of SAP TM.
  Navigate to the relevant customizing area (SPRO) and look for the section related to text management or phrases.
  Create the missing phrase with the appropriate text and language.
  
  
  
  Check Language Settings:
  
  Ensure that the language settings in your user profile match the language in which the phrase is defined.
  You can check your user settings in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP Help Portal or documentation specific to your version of SAP TM for guidance on managing phrases and texts.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a critical issue affecting business processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE63, SE11, SE78, SPRO, SU01
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Customizing Settings: Familiarize yourself with the customizing settings for SAP TM, as this is where many phrases and texts are defined.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.