How To Fix E1409 - No valid language code page combination found (destination &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E1 - Messages for IDoc Basis

• Message number: 409

• Message text: No valid language code page combination found (destination &)

What causes this issue?

You are attempting to load the valid language/code page combinations for
a non-Unicode system (destination &v1&).
The system could not determine any valid language/code page
combinations.

System Response

Check the partner system.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E1409 - No valid language code page combination found (destination &) ?

  The SAP error message E1409, "No valid language code page combination found (destination &)," typically occurs when there is a mismatch or an issue with the language settings in the SAP system. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when trying to print documents, generate reports, or perform other language-dependent operations.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Language Code: The language code specified in the user profile or in the system settings may not be valid or recognized by the SAP system.
  Missing Code Page: The code page associated with the specified language may not be installed or configured correctly in the SAP system.
  Destination Configuration: The output device (printer, email, etc.) may not support the language or code page being used.
  User Profile Settings: The user profile may have incorrect language settings that do not match the available languages in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Language Settings:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and check the language settings for the user profile. Ensure that the language code is valid and supported by the system.
  
  
  
  Verify Code Page Configuration:
  
  Use transaction SPAD (Spool Administration) to check the configuration of the output devices. Ensure that the code page for the output device supports the language you are trying to use.
  Check the code page settings in transaction RZ10 (Profile Maintenance) to ensure that the necessary code pages are defined.
  
  
  
  Update Output Device:
  
  If the error occurs while trying to print, check the output device settings in SPAD. Make sure that the device is configured to handle the language and code page you are using.
  
  
  
  Check System Language Settings:
  
  Ensure that the system supports the language you are trying to use. You can check the installed languages in transaction SMLT (Language Transport).
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above settings, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  RZ10: Profile Maintenance
  SMLT: Language Transport
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Always check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide fixes or additional information regarding this error.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to language settings and code pages for more detailed guidance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the E1409 error in your SAP system.