How To Fix NO005 - No translations exist

NO005 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NO - Convert a new Menu Painter source into an old one

• Message number: 005

• Message text: No translations exist

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NO005 - Details

• The SAP error message NO005 ("No translations exist") typically occurs when the system is unable to find a translation for a specific text element in the desired language. This can happen in various contexts, such as when trying to display a text in a different language than the one it is originally defined in.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Translations: The most common cause is that the text element (e.g., a field label, message, or description) has not been translated into the target language.
  Language Settings: The user’s language settings may not match the available translations in the system.
  Custom Development: If custom programs or enhancements are used, they may not have corresponding translations.
  Transport Issues: If translations were not included in a transport request, they may not be available in the target system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Add Missing Translations:
  
  Use transaction SE63 (Translation) to add translations for the missing text elements. You can translate texts for various objects, including programs, screens, and