How To Fix SKWS_ERROR016 - No descriptions are available in this language

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SKWS_ERROR - Status Management: Error Messages

• Message number: 016

• Message text: No descriptions are available in this language

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SKWS_ERROR016 - No descriptions are available in this language ?

  The SAP error message SKWS_ERROR016 indicates that there are no descriptions available in the specified language for a particular object or data element. This typically occurs when the system is trying to retrieve text or descriptions for a specific language that has not been maintained in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Language Translations: The primary cause of this error is that the required language translations for certain texts or descriptions have not been maintained in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Language Settings: The user’s language settings may not match the available languages in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data where certain entries do not have corresponding translations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Language Translations:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE63 for translation) to maintain the missing translations for the required language.
  Ensure that all necessary texts are translated and saved in the system.
  
  
  
  Check User Language Settings:
  
  Verify the user’s language settings in the user profile (transaction SU01).
  Ensure that the user is set to a language for which translations are available.
  
  
  
  Fallback Language:
  
  If translations are not available in the desired language, check if a fallback language is set up. SAP may default to a fallback language if the primary language is not available.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific modules or areas where the error is occurring to understand if there are additional steps required.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking translations and settings, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE63: Translation tool for maintaining texts in different languages.
  SU01: User maintenance to check and update user profiles.
  
  
  
  Language Settings: 
  
  SAP supports multiple languages, and it is essential to ensure that the necessary translations are maintained for all relevant texts.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SKWS_ERROR016 error and ensure that the necessary language descriptions are available in your SAP system.