How To Fix SWDP_HELP_CENTER037 - New version can only be created in original language &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWDP_HELP_CENTER -

• Message number: 037

• Message text: New version can only be created in original language &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWDP_HELP_CENTER037 - New version can only be created in original language &1 ?

  The SAP error message SWDP_HELP_CENTER037 indicates that a new version of a help center document can only be created in the original language specified (denoted as &1 in the message). This typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a help center document in a language that is not the original language of that document.
  Cause:
  
  Language Restriction: The system restricts the creation of new versions of help center documents to the original language to maintain consistency and integrity of the documentation.
  Document Language Settings: The document you are trying to modify may have been created in a specific language, and the system is enforcing that any new versions must also be created in that same language.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Language: Verify the original language of the help center document you are trying to modify. You can do this by checking the document properties in the SAP system.
  
  
  Switch to Original Language: If you are currently in a different language, switch your user interface to the original language of the document. You can do this by changing your user settings or by logging in with the appropriate language code.
  
  
  Create New Version in Original Language: Once you are in the correct language, attempt to create the new version of the document again.
  
  
  Translation: If you need the document in a different language, consider creating a new document in that language or translating the original document after creating the new version.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed instructions on handling help center documents and language settings.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or updates regarding this error message.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to create or modify help center documents in the specified language.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SWDP_HELP_CENTER037 error and successfully create a new version of your help center document.