How To Fix PF804 - Documentation for language &1 cannot be generated (translation missing)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PF - System parametrization messages in Computing Ctr Mgmt System

• Message number: 804

• Message text: Documentation for language &1 cannot be generated (translation missing)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PF804 - Documentation for language &1 cannot be generated (translation missing) ?

  The SAP error message PF804 indicates that the system is unable to generate documentation for a specific language because the translation for that language is missing. This typically occurs in scenarios where documentation or texts are expected to be available in multiple languages, but the required translation has not been provided in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Translations: The primary cause of this error is that the documentation or text for the specified language has not been translated or entered into the system.
  Incorrect Language Settings: The language settings in the user profile or the system configuration may not be set correctly, leading to the system looking for a translation that does not exist.
  Incomplete Data: The relevant master data or configuration data may not have been fully maintained, leading to missing translations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Translations:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE63 for translation) and check if the documentation or text for the specified language exists.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create the necessary translations.
  
  
  
  Maintain Language-Specific Data:
  
  Ensure that all necessary texts and documentation are maintained for the required languages in the relevant configuration or master data.
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE78 (SAP ArchiveLink) to check and maintain language-specific data.
  
  
  
  User Profile Settings:
  
  Verify the language settings in the user profile. Ensure that the user is set to a language for which translations are available.
  You can check this in the user settings (SU01) under the "Defaults" tab.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the required translations, consult the relevant SAP documentation or help files to understand what texts are needed for the specific language.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking translations and settings, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE63 (Translation), SE11 (Data Dictionary), SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Language Codes: Ensure you are using the correct language code when checking for translations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PF804 error and ensure that the necessary translations are available in your SAP system.