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Message type: E = Error
Message class: STC_TM - Task List Manager Messages
Message number: 271
Message text: Could not save description for variant &1 of task list &2 in language &3
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STC_TM271
- Could not save description for variant &1 of task list &2 in language &3 ?The SAP error message STC_TM271 indicates that there was an issue saving the description for a variant of a task list in a specific language. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Solution Manager or when working with task lists in the SAP system.
Cause:
The error can be caused by several factors, including:
- Missing Language Support: The specified language (language code &3) may not be supported or properly configured in the SAP system.
- Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to modify or save descriptions for task lists or variants.
- Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues, such as database problems or inconsistencies in the task list configuration.
- Data Integrity Issues: The variant or task list may have data integrity issues that prevent saving changes.
Solution:
To resolve the STC_TM271 error, you can take the following steps:
Check Language Configuration:
- Ensure that the specified language is installed and configured correctly in the SAP system. You can check this in the transaction code
SMLT
(Language Transport) orSE63
(Translation).Verify Authorizations:
- Check the user’s authorizations to ensure they have the necessary permissions to modify task lists and their variants. You can use transaction
SU53
to analyze authorization issues after the error occurs.Review Task List and Variants:
- Inspect the task list and its variants for any inconsistencies or errors. You can do this in transaction
STC01
(Task Management) orSTC02
(Task List Maintenance).Check for Technical Issues:
- Look into system logs (transaction
SM21
) and short dumps (transactionST22
) for any related errors that might provide more context on the issue.Consult SAP Notes:
- Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates available that resolve known issues.
Contact SAP Support:
- If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including the task list and variant details.
Related Information:
Transaction Codes:
STC01
: Task ManagementSTC02
: Task List MaintenanceSMLT
: Language TransportSE63
: TranslationSU53
: Authorization CheckSM21
: System LogST22
: Dump AnalysisSAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP Help Portal for documentation on task lists and variants, as well as language settings.
By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the STC_TM271 error in your SAP system.
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