How To Fix /SCTM/BAPI010 - BAPI &1: language key is missing, texts in system language &2


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  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: /SCTM/BAPI -

  • Message number: 010

  • Message text: BAPI &1: language key is missing, texts in system language &2

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCTM/BAPI010 - BAPI &1: language key is missing, texts in system language &2 ?

    The SAP error message /SCTM/BAPI010 BAPI &1: language key is missing, texts in system language &2 typically indicates that a BAPI (Business Application Programming Interface) is being called, but the required language key for the texts associated with that BAPI is missing. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to retrieve or manipulate data that requires language-specific texts.

    Cause:

    1. Missing Language Key: The BAPI being called requires a specific language key to fetch the relevant texts, but this key is not provided or is not available in the system.
    2. Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to support the required language, or the texts for that language may not have been maintained.
    3. Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data where the language key is expected but not found.

    Solution:

    1. Check Language Key: Ensure that the correct language key is being passed to the BAPI. The language key should match one of the languages configured in your SAP system.
    2. Maintain Texts: If the language key is correct, check if the texts for that language are maintained in the relevant tables. You may need to enter or update the texts for the missing language.
    3. System Language Configuration: Verify the system language settings in your SAP system. Ensure that the required languages are installed and activated.
    4. Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the BAPI call to see where the language key is being set and why it might be missing.
    5. Consult Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific BAPI you are using to understand its requirements regarding language keys and texts.

    Related Information:

    • BAPI Documentation: Check the SAP Help Portal or the specific BAPI documentation for details on required parameters and expected behavior.
    • Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE37 (Function Module) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to explore the BAPI and its associated texts.
    • Language Settings: You can check the language settings in your SAP system using transaction code SMLT (Language Transport) to see which languages are installed and active.
    • SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address known issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.

    By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.

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