How To Fix ST406 - Maintain the source language

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ST - Terminology Database

• Message number: 406

• Message text: Maintain the source language

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ST406 - Maintain the source language ?

  The SAP error message ST406, which states "Maintain the source language," typically occurs in the context of translation or language settings within the SAP system. This error indicates that the source language for a particular object or text has not been defined or is missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Source Language: The source language for the text or object you are trying to translate has not been set up in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of language settings in the SAP system.
  Transport Requests: If you are working with transport requests, the source language may not be properly defined in the transport settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Source Language:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE63 for translation) and check if the source language is defined for the object you are working on.
  If it is not defined, you will need to maintain the source language. This can usually be done in the translation settings or by editing the object directly.
  
  
  
  Check Language Settings:
  
  Navigate to the transaction code SMLT (Language Management) to check the language settings in your SAP system.
  Ensure that the source language is correctly configured and available in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the error occurs during a transport, check the transport request to ensure that the source language is included and properly set up.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on maintaining source languages for the type of object you are working with.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE63 (Translation), SMLT (Language Management), and SE11 (Data Dictionary) for checking language settings.
  Language Packs: Ensure that the necessary language packs are installed in your SAP system.
  User Authorizations: Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to maintain language settings and perform translations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ST406 error and maintain the source language as required.