How To Fix /SRMERP/OL_MO006 - Material description &1 not found in language &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMERP/OL_MO -

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Material description &1 not found in language &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMERP/OL_MO006 - Material description &1 not found in language &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SRMERP/OL_MO006 Material description &1 not found in language &2 typically indicates that the system is unable to find the description of a specific material in the specified language. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to display or process material information in a different language than what is available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Material Description: The material in question does not have a description maintained in the specified language.
  Language Settings: The user’s language settings may not match the languages in which the material descriptions are available.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the material master data, where descriptions are not fully maintained for all languages.
  Material Not Created: The material might not have been created or activated properly in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the Material Master (Transaction Code: MM03) and check if the material exists.
  Verify if the description is maintained for the required language. If not, you can add it using Transaction Code: MM02 (Change Material).
  
  
  
  Maintain Language-Specific Descriptions:
  
  If the description is missing, you can add it by navigating to the relevant views in the Material Master and entering the description in the desired language.
  
  
  
  Review User Language Settings:
  
  Check the user profile settings to ensure that the language is set correctly. You can do this in the user settings (Transaction Code: SU01).
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run a consistency check on the material master data to identify any discrepancies or missing information.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material
  MM02: Change Material
  SU01: User Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Language Settings: Ensure that the languages required for your business processes are properly configured in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that material descriptions are available in the required languages.