How To Fix WU012 - Promotion type description does not exist in language &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WU - Promotion management messages

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Promotion type description does not exist in language &

What causes this issue?

No name was found for the promotion type

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WU012 - Promotion type description does not exist in language & ?

  The SAP error message WU012, which states "Promotion type description does not exist in language &," typically occurs in the context of promotions or marketing activities within the SAP system, particularly in modules related to sales and distribution or marketing.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a description for a specific promotion type in the language that the user is currently using. This can happen if:
  
  The promotion type has been created but not fully configured with descriptions in all required languages.
  The language settings in the user profile do not match the available descriptions for the promotion type.
  There may be a missing translation for the promotion type in the language specified.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Promotion Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code related to promotion types (e.g., WUG1 for creating or changing promotion types).
  Verify that the promotion type in question has a description in the required language.
  
  
  
  Add Missing Descriptions:
  
  If the description is missing, you can add it by selecting the appropriate language and entering the necessary text for the promotion type.
  
  
  
  Language Settings:
  
  Check the user’s language settings in their profile. Ensure that the language being used is supported and that the necessary translations exist for the promotion types.
  
  
  
  Translation Management:
  
  If you are using multiple languages, ensure that all necessary translations are maintained in the system. You can use transaction codes like SE63 for translation management to add or update translations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to promotion types and language settings for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WUG1: Create/Change Promotion Type
  SE63: Translation Management
  SU01: User Maintenance (to check user language settings)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to promotion types and language settings.
  
  
  
  User Manual:
  
  Refer to the user manual or help documentation specific to the SAP module you are working with for more detailed instructions.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WU012 error and ensure that promotion types are properly configured for all required languages.