How To Fix /SMB/TRANSLATION024 - &1 must be maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/TRANSLATION -

• Message number: 024

• Message text: &1 must be maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/TRANSLATION024 - &1 must be maintained ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/TRANSLATION024 &1 must be maintained typically occurs in the context of the SAP Business One or SAP Business ByDesign systems, particularly when dealing with translations or language settings. This error indicates that a specific translation or language setting for a particular object or field has not been maintained in the system.
  Cause:
  The error is usually triggered when:
  
  A required translation for a specific field, object, or text element is missing.
  The system is trying to access a language-specific version of a text that has not been defined.
  There may be inconsistencies in the language settings or translations in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Language Settings:
  
  Go to the language settings in your SAP system and ensure that the required languages are activated.
  
  
  
  Maintain Translations:
  
  Navigate to the relevant translation maintenance transaction or screen in your SAP system.
  Identify the object or field indicated by &1 in the error message.
  Enter the necessary translations for the missing language or field.
  
  
  
  Use Translation Tools:
  
  If your organization uses translation tools or services, ensure that the translations for the required fields are completed and uploaded into the system.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Developments:
  
  If there are custom developments or enhancements in your SAP system, check if they require specific translations and ensure they are maintained.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on maintaining translations and language settings.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on your SAP version, you may use specific transaction codes to access translation maintenance (e.g., SE63 for translation in ABAP).
  Language Packs: Ensure that the necessary language packs are installed and configured in your SAP system.
  User Roles: Make sure that the user attempting to maintain translations has the necessary authorizations to do so.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the /SMB/TRANSLATION024 error and ensure that all required translations are properly maintained in your SAP system.