How To Fix WRF_WLAY138 - A description for layout module &1 does not exist in language &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_WLAY - Messages in Layout Environment in Fashion Solution

• Message number: 138

• Message text: A description for layout module &1 does not exist in language &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_WLAY138 - A description for layout module &1 does not exist in language &2 ?

  The SAP error message WRF_WLAY138 indicates that there is a missing description for a layout module in a specific language. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Retail or Logistics modules, where layout modules are used for various purposes, such as defining the layout of merchandise in stores or warehouses.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The layout module specified in the error message does not have a description in the language indicated. This can happen if the layout module was created but not fully configured with descriptions in all required languages.
  Language Settings: The language settings in the user profile or the system may not match the available descriptions for the layout module.
  Transport Issues: If the layout module was transported from another system, the language-specific data may not have been included in the transport request.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Layout Module Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration for the layout module in question and ensure that a description exists for the specified language.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create or update the description for that layout module in the required language.
  
  
  
  Language Settings:
  
  Verify the language settings in your user profile. You can do this by checking the user parameters (transaction code SU01) and ensuring that the language is set correctly.
  If necessary, switch to a different language that has a description available for the layout module.
  
  
  
  Transport Request:
  
  If the layout module was recently transported, check the transport request to ensure that all necessary language data was included.
  If it was not included, you may need to create a new transport request that includes the missing language data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on managing layout modules and language settings.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like WRF_LAYOUT or SE11 to check the layout module definitions and descriptions.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Documentation: Review user manuals or training materials related to SAP Retail or Logistics for more context on layout modules and their configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message WRF_WLAY138 and ensure that the layout module is properly configured for the required language.