How To Fix ST825 - Enter the grammatical gender of the subentry

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ST - Terminology Database

• Message number: 825

• Message text: Enter the grammatical gender of the subentry

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ST825 - Enter the grammatical gender of the subentry ?

  The SAP error message ST825, which states "Enter the grammatical gender of the subentry," typically occurs in the context of maintaining or creating entries in the SAP system, particularly when dealing with text elements or descriptions that require grammatical gender specification.
  Cause:
  This error arises when the system expects you to specify the grammatical gender (masculine, feminine, or neuter) for a subentry in a text or terminology context, but this information has not been provided. This is often relevant in languages that have gendered nouns, such as German or French.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to provide the required grammatical gender for the subentry. Here’s how you can do that:
  
  
  Access the Relevant Transaction: Go to the transaction where you encountered the error (e.g., SE63 for translation or SE11 for data dictionary entries).
  
  
  Locate the Subentry: Find the specific subentry that is causing the error.
  
  
  Specify the Gender: Look for a field or option that allows you to specify the grammatical gender. This may be a dropdown or a text field where you can select or enter:
  
  Masculine (m)
  Feminine (f)
  Neuter (n)
  
  
  
  Save Your Changes: After entering the grammatical gender, save your changes and try to proceed with your task again.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Language Settings: Ensure that your language settings in SAP are correctly configured, as this can affect how grammatical gender is handled.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working in for more detailed guidance on handling text entries and grammatical gender.
  User Roles and Permissions: Make sure you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the entries in question.
  Consult with Colleagues: If you are unsure about the correct grammatical gender to use, consult with colleagues who are fluent in the language or refer to language resources.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.