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 used (e.g., transaction for printing documents).
  Check if the layout exists for the original language. You can do this by navigating to the relevant form (Smart Forms, SAPscript, etc.) and verifying its existence in the original language.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Layout:
  
  If the layout does not exist, you may need to create it. Use the appropriate transaction (e.g., SMARTFORMS for Smart Forms) to create a new layout.
  If the layout exists but is not in the original language, you may need to copy it and translate it into the required language.
  
  
  
  Check User Profile Settings:
  
  Ensure that the user profile settings are correctly configured to use the desired language. You can check this in the user settings (transaction SU01).
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the layout was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful and that the layout is available in the target system.
  
  
  
  Output Determination:
  
  Review the output determination settings to ensure that the correct layout is being called for the document type in question.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the form or layout you are working with.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SMARTFORMS, SE78 (for SAPscript forms), and SFP (for Adobe Forms).
  Language Settings: Understand how language settings work in SAP, including user profiles and document language settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.