How To Fix UMG160 - Language field name must be specified for table category '1'.


UMG160 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: UMG - Message Class for the Unicode Migration Tool.

  • Message number: 160

  • Message text: Language field name must be specified for table category '1'.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UMG160 - Language field name must be specified for table category '1'. ?
    The SAP error message UMG160, which states "Language field name must be specified for table category '1'," typically occurs in the context of SAP's data dictionary or when working with multilingual data. This error indicates that a language field is required for a specific table that is categorized as a "translation table" (category '1') but has not been defined.
    
    Cause: Missing Language Field: The table in question is expected to have a language field (usually named SPRACHE or similar) to support multilingual data, but it has not been specified in the table definition. Incorrect Table Configuration: The table may be incorrectly configured in the data dictionary, leading to the system not recognizing the necessary language field. Custom Development Issues: If the table is part of a custom development, the developer may have overlooked defining the language field.
    Solution: Define the Language Field: Go to the Data Dictionary (transaction SE11). Locate the table that is causing the error. Ensure that

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