How To Fix SALV_X_API159 - Error creating a PDF Text Breaker: Unknown locale &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SALV_X_API - Messages for ALV API exceptions

• Message number: 159

• Message text: Error creating a PDF Text Breaker: Unknown locale &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SALV_X_API159 - Error creating a PDF Text Breaker: Unknown locale &1 ?

  The SAP error message SALV_X_API159 indicates that there is an issue with creating a PDF text breaker due to an "Unknown locale." This typically occurs when the system is unable to recognize or process the specified locale settings for the PDF generation.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Locale: The locale specified in the system settings or in the user profile may not be valid or recognized by the SAP system.
  Missing Language Packs: The necessary language packs or locale settings may not be installed or configured correctly in the SAP system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the SAP system that prevent it from recognizing the locale.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Locale Settings:
  
  Go to the user profile settings in SAP and verify the locale settings. Ensure that the locale is valid and supported by the system.
  You can check the current locale settings using transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and looking at the "Defaults" tab.
  
  
  
  Install Language Packs:
  
  If the locale is not recognized, check if the necessary language packs are installed. You may need to install additional language packs via the SAP Software Update Manager (SUM) or through the SAP Marketplace.
  
  
  
  Update System Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the system configuration is correct. This may involve checking the settings in transaction SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) to ensure that the locales are properly configured.
  
  
  
  Check for Notes and Patches:
  
  Look for any SAP Notes or patches related to this error. Sometimes, SAP releases updates that address specific issues with locale handling.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Locale:
  
  If possible, try generating the PDF with a different locale to see if the issue persists. This can help identify if the problem is specific to a certain locale.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with the error details and any relevant logs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on locale settings and PDF generation.
  SAP Community: Check the SAP Community forums for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01, SPRO, and SNOTE for user management, configuration, and applying notes, respectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SALV_X_API159 error and successfully create PDFs in your SAP environment.