How To Fix FES025 - Could not ascertain code page

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FES - Messages for the Function Group SFES

• Message number: 025

• Message text: Could not ascertain code page

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FES025 - Could not ascertain code page ?

  The SAP error message FES025: Could not ascertain code page typically occurs when there is an issue with the character encoding settings in the SAP system. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when trying to display or process text that contains special characters or when there is a mismatch in the expected character set.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Code Page Configuration: The system may not be configured to use the correct code page for the language or character set being used.
  Missing or Corrupted Language Files: The necessary language files or code page definitions may be missing or corrupted.
  Database Issues: The database may not support the character set being used, leading to issues when trying to read or write data.
  Client Settings: The client settings in SAP GUI may not match the server settings, causing discrepancies in character encoding.
  Transport Issues: If objects were transported between systems, there may be inconsistencies in code page settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Code Page Settings:
  
  Go to transaction RZ10 and check the profile parameters related to code pages (e.g., icm/charset, abap/charset, etc.).
  Ensure that the code page settings are consistent across the system.
  
  
  
  Verify Language Settings:
  
  Check the language settings in transaction SU01 for the user profile and ensure that the correct language is set.
  Ensure that the necessary language packs are installed in the system.
  
  
  
  Database Configuration:
  
  Verify that the database is configured to support the required character set. This may involve checking the database settings or consulting with your database administrator.
  
  
  
  SAP GUI Settings:
  
  Check the SAP GUI settings on the client side. Ensure that the code page settings in the SAP GUI match those of the server.
  You can adjust the settings in the SAP GUI options under Options > Unicode.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors related to code pages or character sets.
  Ensure that the transported objects are compatible with the target system's code page settings.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on character sets and code pages.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further investigation.