How To Fix LQ357 - Translator & is not defined for target language &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LQ - Proposal Pool Management

• Message number: 357

• Message text: Translator & is not defined for target language &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LQ357 - Translator & is not defined for target language & ?

  The SAP error message LQ357 indicates that a translator is not defined for a specific target language in the SAP system. This error typically occurs in the context of translation management, where the system is trying to find a translator for a particular language but cannot locate one.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Translator Assignment: The most common cause is that there is no translator assigned to the target language in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the translation management settings.
  Language Not Supported: The target language may not be supported or properly configured in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the LQ357 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Translator Assignment:
  
  Go to the transaction code SE63 (Translation: Maintain Translations).
  Navigate to the relevant area where you need to assign a translator.
  Ensure that a translator is assigned to the target language in question.
  
  
  
  Define Translators:
  
  If no translator is assigned, you can define one by going to the appropriate settings in SE63.
  Assign a user as a translator for the specific language.
  
  
  
  Verify Language Configuration:
  
  Check if the target language is correctly configured in the system.
  Go to transaction SPRO and navigate to the relevant configuration settings for languages and translations.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user trying to perform the translation has the necessary authorizations to access the translation functions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for any additional configuration steps that may be required for your specific version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE63 (Translation), SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user roles and profiles are correctly set up to allow translation activities.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.