How To Fix HRDSYS551 - Documentation for &1 &2 &3 does not exist in the relevant language

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRDSYS - Messages for HR documentation system

• Message number: 551

• Message text: Documentation for &1 &2 &3 does not exist in the relevant language

What causes this issue?

An attempt was made to find documentation in the logon language, the
alternative language for the HR documentation system as well as in the
master language. There is no documentation in any of these languages.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRDSYS551 - Documentation for &1 &2 &3 does not exist in the relevant language ?

  The SAP error message HRDSYS551 indicates that documentation for a specific object (identified by &1, &2, and &3) does not exist in the language that the user is currently using. This can occur in various SAP modules, particularly in Human Resources (HR) or other areas where documentation is required.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Documentation: The primary cause of this error is that the documentation for the specified object is not available in the language set in the user's profile or session.
  Language Settings: The user's language settings may not match the language in which the documentation is available.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the documentation in the SAP system, leading to missing entries.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Language Settings:
  
  Verify the language settings in your user profile. You can do this by navigating to the user settings in SAP and checking the language parameter.
  If the documentation is available in another language, consider changing your session language to that language.
  
  
  
  Documentation Availability:
  
  Check if the documentation exists in the system for the specified object. You can do this by using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to look for the object and see if documentation is attached.
  If the documentation is missing, you may need to create or upload the necessary documentation in the required language.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or HR Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP Basis team or the HR module team. They may need to check the configuration or upload the necessary documentation.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this issue. There may be specific patches or updates that resolve documentation-related issues.
  
  
  
  Fallback Documentation:
  
  If immediate resolution is not possible, consider providing fallback documentation or alternative resources to users until the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE11, SE80, and others that can help you navigate the SAP system to check for documentation.
  User Profile Settings: Understanding how to change user profile settings can help in quickly resolving language-related issues.
  SAP Community: Engaging with the SAP Community can provide insights and solutions from other users who may have faced similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the HRDSYS551 error message effectively.