How To Fix WRF_ARTICLE_SCREENS030 - Enter a language

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_ARTICLE_SCREENS - Message for Errors in Material Screens

• Message number: 030

• Message text: Enter a language

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_ARTICLE_SCREENS030 - Enter a language ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WRF_ARTICLE_SCREENS030 Enter a language
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in SAP Retail (IS-Retail) when the system expects a language input for an article or master data screen but none is provided. The message indicates that a mandatory language field is missing during the processing of article data, such as when creating or maintaining articles, article descriptions, or related texts.
  Common scenarios causing this error include:  
  
  Missing language entry in article master data screens.  
  Attempting to save or process article data without specifying the language for descriptions or texts.  
  Integration or data upload processes where the language field is not populated.  
  Custom developments or enhancements that do not handle language fields properly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter the Language:
  
  When prompted, ensure you enter a valid language key (e.g., EN for English, DE for German) in the language field on the article screen.
  
  
  Check Article Master Data:
  
  Verify that all required language-dependent fields (like article descriptions, long texts) have a language assigned.
  
  
  Data Upload / Interface Checks:
  
  If the error occurs during data migration or interface processing, ensure the language field is correctly mapped and populated in the source data.
  
  
  SAP Notes / Support:
  
  If the issue persists despite correct language input, check for relevant SAP Notes or patches related to WRF_ARTICLE_SCREENS030. Sometimes, system inconsistencies or bugs can cause this error.
  
  
  Custom Code Review:
  
  If custom enhancements or user exits are involved in article processing, review the code to ensure language fields are handled correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:  
  
  MM02 (Change Material)  
  MM01 (Create Material)  
  IS-Retail specific transactions for article maintenance.
  
  
  
  Language Keys:
  
  SAP uses standard ISO language codes (e.g., EN, DE, FR). Ensure the language entered is valid and supported in your system.
  
  
  SAP Help / Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Retail documentation on article master data maintenance and language-dependent data.
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search SAP Support Portal for notes referencing WRF_ARTICLE_SCREENS030 for any known issues or updates.
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  The error WRF_ARTICLE_SCREENS030 Enter a language means the system requires a language input for article-related data. To resolve it, provide a valid language code in the relevant field and ensure all language-dependent data entries are complete. Check interfaces and custom code if the problem persists.