How To Fix TD137 - Original language of form &1 converted from &2 to &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TD - SAPscript: Text editor, composer, forms, styles and fonts

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Original language of form &1 converted from &2 to &3

What causes this issue?

The original language for form &V1& was converted from &V2& to &V3&.

How to fix this error?

Complete maintenance of the form is now only possible in the new
original language &V3&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TD137 - Original language of form &1 converted from &2 to &3 ?

  The SAP error message TD137 indicates that there is a language conversion issue with a form in the SAP system. Specifically, it means that the original language of a form (like a print form or a smart form) has been converted from one language to another. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when a form is being printed or displayed in a language that is different from its original language.
  Cause:
  
  Language Settings: The form was originally created in one language (e.g., German) and is being accessed or printed in another language (e.g., English).
  Missing Translations: The system may not have the necessary translations for the form in the target language, leading to a fallback to the original language.
  Form Configuration: The form may not be properly configured to handle multiple languages, or the language settings in the user profile or print settings may not match the form's original language.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Language Settings: Ensure that the user’s language settings match the language of the form. You can check this in the user profile settings.
  Form Translation: If the form needs to be available in multiple languages, ensure that the necessary translations are created and maintained in the SAP system. This can be done using transaction codes like SE71 (for SAPscript) or SMARTFORMS (for Smart Forms).
  Review Form Configuration: Check the configuration of the form to ensure it is set up to handle multiple languages correctly. This may involve reviewing the form's attributes and settings in the development environment.
  Fallback Language: If the form is not available in the desired language, consider setting a fallback language that is acceptable for users until the translations are completed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE71: SAPscript form maintenance
  SMARTFORMS: Smart Forms maintenance
  
  
  Language Settings: You can check and change user language settings in the user profile (SU01).
  Translation Tools: Use transaction SE63 for translation management in SAP.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on handling forms and translations.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.