How To Fix WGDS_ENH121 - Incomplete generic material decriptions found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WGDS_ENH -

• Message number: 121

• Message text: Incomplete generic material decriptions found

What causes this issue?

Both the language and the description (line of text) have to be entered
<(>,<)> to obtain a valid description line for the generic article. As
long as only one of these fields is filled<(>,<)> the entered data is
invalid.

System Response

The lines with missing data are indicated.

How to fix this error?

Check the indicated lines for complete generic article description
settings<(>,<)> or delete the inconsistent line.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WGDS_ENH121 - Incomplete generic material decriptions found ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WGDS_ENH121 - Incomplete generic material descriptions found
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in SAP when working with the Global Data Synchronization (GDS) or the SAP Global Data Services (GDS) system, particularly during the process of synchronizing or enhancing material master data. The message indicates that some generic material descriptions are incomplete or missing mandatory fields required for the synchronization or enhancement process.
  In other words, the system has detected that certain generic material descriptions do not have all the necessary information filled in, which prevents successful processing or data exchange.
  
  Common Scenarios Leading to the Error:
  
  Missing or incomplete description fields in the material master (e.g., short text, long text, or language-specific descriptions).
  Mandatory fields for generic material descriptions are not maintained.
  Data inconsistencies between the source system and the GDS system.
  Issues during data enhancement or data transfer processes where generic descriptions are expected to be complete.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Descriptions:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction MM03 or relevant transaction).
  Verify that all generic material description fields are properly filled in.
  Ensure that descriptions are complete for all required languages and description types.
  
  
  
  Maintain Missing Data:
  
  If any description is missing or incomplete, update the material master with the correct and complete descriptions.
  Use transaction MM02 to edit and maintain the descriptions.
  
  
  
  Validate Data Consistency:
  
  Run consistency checks or reports to identify all materials with incomplete descriptions.
  Correct all identified records before retrying the synchronization or enhancement process.
  
  
  
  Reprocess the Data:
  
  After correcting the descriptions, re-initiate the data synchronization or enhancement process.
  Monitor the process to ensure the error does not recur.
  
  
  
  Check GDS Configuration:
  
  Verify that the GDS system configuration and mapping for material descriptions are correct.
  Ensure that the mandatory fields in GDS match the data maintained in SAP.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any SAP Notes related to WGDS_ENH121 for patches or known issues.
  Apply relevant notes if available.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transactions: MM02 (Change Material), MM03 (Display Material), GDS related transactions.
  Modules: SAP MM (Materials Management), SAP GDS (Global Data Services).
  SAP Notes: Search SAP Support Portal for notes referencing WGDS_ENH121.
  Documentation: Review SAP GDS documentation for data requirements on generic material descriptions.
  Logs: Check application logs (transaction SLG1) for detailed error messages related to WGDS_ENH121.
  
  
  Summary:
  The error WGDS_ENH121 indicates incomplete generic material descriptions that must be completed before proceeding with data synchronization or enhancement in SAP GDS. The solution involves verifying and completing all required description fields in the material master, ensuring data consistency, and then retrying the process.
  
  If you need help with specific steps or further troubleshooting, please provide details about the SAP system version, the process you are running, and any additional error logs.