How To Fix XMS_ADM313 - Object can only be maintained in language &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XMS_ADM - XMS - Administration

• Message number: 313

• Message text: Object can only be maintained in language &

What causes this issue?

The original language of the object is &.

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?

Maintain the object in the original language.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XMS_ADM313 - Object can only be maintained in language & ?

  The SAP error message XMS_ADM313 indicates that an object you are trying to maintain can only be edited in a specific language. This typically occurs when the object is defined in a particular language and you are attempting to access or modify it in a different language.
  Cause:
  
  Language-Specific Objects: Some objects in SAP are language-dependent, meaning they can only be maintained in the language in which they were created. For example, if an object was created in German, it can only be maintained in German.
  User Language Settings: The language setting of your user profile may not match the language in which the object was created.
  Transport Requests: If the object is part of a transport request, it may have been locked or restricted to a specific language.
  
  Solution:
  
  Change User Language: Switch your user interface language to the language specified in the error message. You can do this by logging out and changing the language in the login screen or by changing the language in your user profile settings.
  Access in Correct Language: If you know the specific language in which the object can be maintained, ensure you are accessing it in that language.
  Check Object Language: If you have access to the object’s details, check its language settings to confirm which language it is maintained in.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the language requirements for the object, consult the relevant SAP documentation or your SAP administrator for guidance.
  Create a Copy: If you need to maintain the object in a different language, consider creating a copy of the object in the desired language, if applicable.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Language Settings: You can find more information about managing language settings in SAP in the SAP Help Portal or through the SAP GUI.
  User Profile Management: Check your user profile settings to ensure that your default language is set correctly.
  SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to language maintenance for the object you are working with.
  
  If the problem persists after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.