How To Fix FPAPICHK071 - Alternative recipient language & is not recognized by system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Alternative recipient language & is not recognized by system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FPAPICHK071 - Alternative recipient language & is not recognized by system ?

  The SAP error message FPAPICHK071 indicates that the system has encountered an issue with the alternative recipient language specified in a document or transaction. This error typically arises in the context of payment processing or document handling, where the system expects a valid language code for the alternative recipient.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Language Code: The language code provided for the alternative recipient is not recognized by the SAP system. This could be due to a typo or the use of a language code that is not configured in the system.
  Missing Language Configuration: The language may not be set up in the SAP system, meaning that the system does not have the necessary translations or configurations for that language.
  Data Entry Error: The error may also occur due to incorrect data entry in the relevant fields where the alternative recipient language is specified.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Language Code: Verify the language code entered for the alternative recipient. Ensure