How To Fix IAC_XPRA004 - Cannot convert non-language-specific template

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IAC_XPRA - Messages for Key Conversions of IACs in XPRA

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Cannot convert non-language-specific template

What causes this issue?

The following non-language-specific template cannot be converted:
Service, theme, screen: &V1&
Long key: &V2&
Old short key: &V3&
New short key: &V4&
This is because an object already exists with the same service, theme,
screen and (new) short key.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IAC_XPRA004 - Cannot convert non-language-specific template ?

  The SAP error message IAC_XPRA004: Cannot convert non-language-specific template typically occurs during the execution of a transport or upgrade process in SAP, particularly when dealing with templates that are not language-specific. This error can arise in various contexts, such as during the execution of an XPRA (a type of program that performs adjustments during an upgrade) or when trying to convert or transport objects that are expected to be language-specific.
  Causes:
  
  Non-Language-Specific Template: The error indicates that the system is trying to process a template that is not defined for a specific language, which is required for the operation being performed.
  Missing Language-Specific Versions: The template may not have been created or maintained for the required language versions in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the template was transported from another system, it may not have been properly configured for language-specific usage.
  Upgrade Issues: During an upgrade, certain templates may not be compatible with the new version of the software if they are not language-specific.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Template Configuration: Verify that the template in question is correctly configured for the required languages. You may need to create or maintain language-specific versions of the template.
  Review Transport Requests: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport request to ensure that all necessary objects and language-specific versions were included.
  Adjust XPRA Execution: If the error occurs during an XPRA execution, you may need to adjust the parameters or settings related to the XPRA to ensure it can handle non-language-specific templates appropriately.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on the specific context of your system and the error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation related to templates, language settings, and XPRA programs for more detailed information.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other technical forums where similar issues may have been discussed. Other users may have encountered the same error and found solutions.
  System Logs: Analyze system logs (transaction SLG1) for additional details that may provide context for the error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.