How To Fix QJ221 - No language key can be displayed. Specify generation form

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QJ -

• Message number: 221

• Message text: No language key can be displayed. Specify generation form

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QJ221 - No language key can be displayed. Specify generation form ?

  The SAP error message QJ221: No language key can be displayed. Specify generation form typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) or when dealing with language-dependent data in SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid language key for the data being processed, which can prevent the display or processing of certain information.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Language Key: The language key for the data you are trying to access is not defined or is missing in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for language handling in the relevant module may not be set up correctly.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or transactional data that are causing the system to fail to retrieve the language key.
  User Profile Settings: The user profile may not have the correct language settings, leading to issues in displaying language-dependent data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Language Settings:
  
  Ensure that the language key is correctly defined in the relevant master data (e.g., material master, vendor master).
  Go to transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) and check the relevant tables for language keys.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the Quality Management module to ensure that language handling is set up correctly.
  Use transaction SPRO to navigate to the relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Data Maintenance:
  
  If the error is related to specific data entries, check if the data is complete and correctly maintained. You may need to enter or update the missing language information.
  
  
  
  User Profile:
  
  Verify the user profile settings to ensure that the correct language is set for the user. This can be checked in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance).
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on language handling and configuration in the specific module you are working with.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Language Keys: In SAP, language keys are used to identify the language in which data is stored. Common language keys include 'EN' for English, 'DE' for German, etc.
  Quality Management (QM): This module deals with quality planning, quality inspection, and quality control processes in SAP.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance.