How To Fix WW072 - Some descriptions in language &1 are preallocated from &2


WW072 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: WW - Material group master maintenance

  • Message number: 072

  • Message text: Some descriptions in language &1 are preallocated from &2

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  • What causes this issue?

    The country-specific entry has not been entered in the name table. The
    first entry found is taken as the default.

    System Response

    The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

    How to fix this error?

    You do not have to do anything if you want to use the name in your
    logon language. Otherwise, you change the name to the relevant
    language. The entry is then added.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


WW072 - Details

  • The SAP error message WW072 indicates that there are some descriptions in a specific language that have been preallocated from another source. This typically occurs in the context of master data management, particularly when dealing with texts or descriptions in different languages for various objects (like materials, customers, vendors, etc.).
    
    Cause: The error message WW072 can arise due to several reasons: Language Settings: The system is trying to access or display descriptions in a language that has not been fully maintained or is not available for the specific object. Preallocation Issues: The descriptions for the specified language are being pulled from another language (indicated by &2), which may not be appropriate or complete. Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data where some descriptions are missing or not properly linked.
    Solution: To resolve the WW072 error, you can take the following steps: Check Language Settings: Ensure that the language settings in your user profile and the relevant

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