How To Fix /SMB/DEFINITION034 - Error retrieving title for ecatt &1 in language &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/DEFINITION -

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Error retrieving title for ecatt &1 in language &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/DEFINITION034 - Error retrieving title for ecatt &1 in language &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/DEFINITION034 typically indicates an issue with retrieving the title for an eCATT (extended Computer Aided Test Tool) script or object in a specific language. This error can occur due to various reasons, such as missing language-specific texts, issues with the eCATT script itself, or problems with the SAP system configuration.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Language Texts: The title or description for the eCATT script may not be maintained in the specified language.
  Incorrect Language Settings: The language settings in the user profile or system configuration may not match the language in which the eCATT is being accessed.
  eCATT Script Issues: The eCATT script may be incomplete or corrupted, leading to issues in retrieving its metadata.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the eCATT script or its metadata.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Language Maintenance:
  
  Go to transaction SE61 (SAPscript: Text Management) and check if the title for the eCATT script exists in the