How To Fix RSOD173 - Error &4 when generating documentation for &1 &2 (&3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSOD - Messages for Document Link

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Error &4 when generating documentation for &1 &2 (&3)

What causes this issue?

Generating documentation for &V1& &V2& (language: &V3&), resulted in an
untrapped error message (&V4&). The error message can be found next to
this error message in the log.
This indicates a program error.

System Response

Documentation for &V1& &V2& could not be generated.

How to fix this error?

Create a customer message if you cannot find a suitable note for this er
ror.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSOD173 - Error &4 when generating documentation for &1 &2 (&3) ?

  The SAP error message RSOD173 typically occurs when there is an issue with generating documentation for a specific object in the SAP system. The error message format you provided indicates that there are placeholders for specific details, which can help in diagnosing the issue.
  Cause:
  The error RSOD173 can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing Documentation: The object for which documentation is being generated may not have any associated documentation or the documentation may be incomplete.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the documentation or the object.
  Technical Issues: There may be technical issues with the SAP system, such as inconsistencies in the database or problems with the documentation generation program.
  Object Type Issues: The object type specified may not be supported for documentation generation.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSOD173 error, you can try the following steps:
  
  
  Check Documentation: Verify if the object (e.g., program, function module, etc.) has documentation associated with it. If not, you may need to create or update the documentation.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the object and generate documentation. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to check the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  Technical Checks: 
  
  Check for any inconsistencies in the database that might affect documentation generation.
  Review the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context.
  
  
  
  Use Alternative Methods: If the standard documentation generation is failing, consider using alternative methods to document the object, such as manually creating documentation or using other tools available in SAP.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues related to documentation generation.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context to help them diagnose the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE37 (Function Module) where you might be generating documentation.
  Documentation Standards: Review your organization's standards for documentation to ensure compliance and completeness.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RSOD173 error and implement a suitable solution.