How To Fix SWF_TRC022 - Texts not available (fallback for German and English failed)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_TRC - Workflow trace

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Texts not available (fallback for German and English failed)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_TRC022 - Texts not available (fallback for German and English failed) ?

  The SAP error message SWF_TRC022, which states "Texts not available (fallback for German and English failed)," typically occurs in the context of workflow or task management within SAP systems. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the necessary text or description for a specific workflow task or object in the preferred language (German or English), and it has failed to fall back to an alternative language.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Language Translations: The most common cause is that the required texts or descriptions for the workflow tasks are not maintained in the system for the specified languages.
  Incorrect Language Settings: The user’s language settings may not match the available texts in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the texts were recently transported from a development environment to a production environment, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Custom Development: If there are custom workflows or tasks, the texts may not have been properly defined or translated.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Language Settings: Ensure that the user’s language settings are correctly configured in their user profile. You can check this in the user settings (SU01 transaction).
  Maintain Texts: Use transaction SE63 (Translation) to maintain the missing texts for the relevant objects in the required languages. You may need to check the specific workflow or task definitions in transaction SWDD (Workflow Builder) or SWI1 (Work Item Selection).
  Review Transport Requests: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or missing objects. Ensure that all necessary texts were included in the transport request.
  Fallback Language: If the texts are not available in the preferred languages, consider setting a fallback language in the system settings. This can be done in transaction SMLT (Language Transport) or by adjusting the language settings in the user profile.
  Custom Development Review: If the workflow is custom, review the development to ensure that all necessary texts are included and properly translated.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE63: Translation of texts.
  SWDD: Workflow Builder for creating and managing workflows.
  SWI1: Work Item Selection for monitoring workflow items.
  SU01: User Maintenance for checking user settings.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to workflow management and language settings for further insights.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.