How To Fix 37004 - Text element needs a name for translation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 37 - Screen Painter

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Text element needs a name for translation

What causes this issue?

A text field that consists only of special characters has no field
name.

System Response

Since the name is required as an ID for translation of the field text
into other languages, the screen cannot be generated.

How to fix this error?

Assign a name.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 37004 - Text element needs a name for translation ?

  The SAP error message "37004: Text element needs a name for translation" typically occurs when there is a missing or improperly defined text element in a program or a report that is intended for translation. This error is often encountered in the context of SAP ABAP development, particularly when dealing with text elements in programs, function modules, or other objects that require translatable text.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Text Element Name: The text element that is supposed to be translated does not have a name assigned to it.
  Incorrect Configuration: The text element might be incorrectly configured or not properly defined in the program.
  Translation Issues: The system is trying to access a text element for translation that has not been created or is not available in the translation environment.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Text Element: Ensure that all text elements in your program or report have a proper name assigned. You can do this by:
  
  Going to the ABAP editor (transaction SE38 or SE80).
  Opening the program or report where the error occurs.
  Checking the text elements section and ensuring that each text element has a unique name.
  
  
  
  Check Translation Settings: If you are working in a multi-language environment, ensure that the translation settings are correctly configured:
  
  Use transaction SE63 to manage translations and check if the text elements are available for translation.
  If necessary, create or update the translations for the missing text elements.
  
  
  
  Review Code: Look through the code to ensure that all text elements are being referenced correctly. If you are using constants or variables for text elements, make sure they are defined properly.
  
  
  Transport Requests: If the issue arises after a transport, ensure that the transport request includes all necessary objects, including text elements.
  
  
  Check for Updates: If you are using a custom program or report, ensure that it is up to date with the latest patches or updates from SAP, as there may be fixes related to text elements.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE38 (ABAP Editor), SE80 (Object Navigator), SE63 (Translation).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on text elements and translations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or fixes related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 37004 and ensure that all text elements are properly defined and available for translation.