How To Fix SD012 - Raw documentation cannot be translated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SD - Online doc., terminology, translation, help

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Raw documentation cannot be translated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD012 - Raw documentation cannot be translated ?

  The SAP error message SD012: Raw documentation cannot be translated typically occurs in the context of the Sales and Distribution (SD) module when there is an issue with the translation of documentation related to sales orders, deliveries, or other SD-related documents. This error can arise due to various reasons, including missing translation entries or configuration issues.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Translations: The most common cause is that the system is trying to access a translation for a document that does not exist in the target language.
  Language Settings: The language settings in the user profile or the document may not be correctly configured.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the translation settings in the SAP system.
  Document Type: Certain document types may not have been set up to support translations.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Translation Entries:
  
  Go to transaction SE63 (Translation) and check if the necessary translations for the document type in question exist. If not, you may need to create them.
  
  
  
  Review Language Settings:
  
  Ensure that the user’s language settings are correct. You can check this in the user profile settings (transaction SU01).
  Verify that the document is being processed in a language that is supported by the system.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the document types in the SD module. Ensure that the relevant settings for translations are correctly configured.
  You can review the settings in transaction SPRO under Sales and Distribution > Basic Functions > Language Management.
  
  
  
  Document Type Setup:
  
  Ensure that the document type you are working with is set up to allow translations. This may involve checking the document type configuration in the system.
  
  
  
  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 translations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE63 (Translation), SU01 (User Maintenance), SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation for Sales and Distribution and Language Management for more detailed guidance on translations.
  User Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the SD012 error in your SAP system.