How To Fix SOTR_MESS148 - You can only delete the OTR concept in the original language (&)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SOTR_MESS - Messages in and for the Online Text Repository

• Message number: 148

• Message text: You can only delete the OTR concept in the original language (&)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SOTR_MESS148 - You can only delete the OTR concept in the original language (&) ?

  The SAP error message SOTR_MESS148 indicates that you are attempting to delete an OTR (Online Text Repository) concept in a language that is not the original language of that concept. In OTR, each concept is created in a specific original language, and modifications or deletions can only be performed in that original language.
  Cause:
  
  The error occurs when a user tries to delete an OTR concept in a language other than the original language in which the concept was created. This is a restriction in the OTR system to maintain data integrity and consistency.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Original Language: Determine the original language of the OTR concept you are trying to delete. This information can usually be found in the OTR management interface.
  
  
  Switch to the Original Language: Change your user interface language to the original language of the OTR concept. You can do this by adjusting your user profile settings or by using the language selection option in the SAP GUI.
  
  
  Delete the Concept: Once you are in the original language, attempt to delete the OTR concept again. The system should allow you to proceed with the deletion.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete OTR concepts. If you do not have the required permissions, contact your SAP administrator.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  OTR Concepts: OTR is used in SAP for managing text elements that can be reused across different applications and languages. Each text element is associated with a specific language, and the original language is the one in which the text was first created.
  
  
  Language Settings: You can check and change your language settings in SAP by going to the user profile settings or by using transaction code SU01.
  
  
  SAP Notes: If you encounter persistent issues or if there are specific bugs related to OTR, consider checking SAP Notes for any relevant updates or patches.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for OTR for more detailed information on managing text elements and understanding language dependencies.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully delete the OTR concept.