How To Fix STC_TM274 - Parameters maintained in language '&3'; maintenance of variant &1 denied

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STC_TM - Task List Manager Messages

• Message number: 274

• Message text: Parameters maintained in language '&3'; maintenance of variant &1 denied

What causes this issue?

Parameters in variant &V1& for task list &V2& are maintained in language
'&V3&'.

System Response

Parameters can only be maintained in language '&V3&'.

How to fix this error?

It is recommended to maintain the variant in the original language.
If the language is wrong, either create a new variant in the right
language or change the language of the given variant. The language can
be changed via the menu 'Edit' -> 'Language' -> 'Change Language'. When
changing the language, you need to check all parameters of all tasks
manually and ensure the texts are valid in the new language.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STC_TM274 - Parameters maintained in language '&3'; maintenance of variant &1 denied ?

  The SAP error message STC_TM274 indicates that there is an issue with the maintenance of a variant in a specific language. The message typically arises in the context of the SAP Transport Management System (TMS) or when dealing with variants in background jobs or reports.
  Cause:
  The error message STC_TM274 is triggered when:
  
  Language-Specific Parameters: The parameters for a variant are maintained in a language that is not the default language of the user or the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to maintain the variant in the specified language.
  Variant Locking: The variant might be locked or in use by another user or process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the STC_TM274 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Language Settings:
  
  Ensure that you are working in the correct language. If the parameters are maintained in a different language (indicated by &3), switch to that language in your user profile or session.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to maintain variants. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to ensure you have the appropriate roles assigned.
  
  
  
  Unlock the Variant:
  
  If the variant is locked, check if another user is currently using it. You can use transaction code SE38 or SE80 to check the status of the variant and see if it is locked.
  
  
  
  Maintain in Default Language:
  
  If possible, maintain the variant in the default language of the system or the user. This can often bypass the issue.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Code:
  
  If you are trying to maintain a variant, use transaction code SE38 or SA38 to access the report and then try to maintain the variant from there.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. You can search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to STC_TM274.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE38 or SA38 for managing variants.
  ST22 for checking dumps related to the error.
  SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: 
  
  Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation on Transport Management and variant management.
  
  
  
  Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the STC_TM274 error and successfully maintain the variant in SAP.