How To Fix FPAPICHK009 - No layout exists in original language &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FPAPICHK - SAFPAPI Message Class (Check)

• Message number: 009

• Message text: No layout exists in original language &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FPAPICHK009 - No layout exists in original language & ?

  The SAP error message FPAPICHK009 indicates that there is no layout available for the specified document or transaction in the original language. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP forms, particularly when dealing with print layouts or forms that are expected to be generated for a specific language.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Layout: The primary cause of this error is that the required layout (e.g., Smart Forms, SAPscript, or Adobe Forms) has not been created or is not available in the original language of the document.
  Language Settings: The language settings in the user profile or the document may not match the available layouts.
  Transport Issues: If the layout was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly or may not exist in the target system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the form settings or the output determination process.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Layout Availability:
  
  Go to the transaction where the layout is