How To Fix /UIF/LREP_CONNEC_MSG017 - Attribute 'target-language' in element of XLIFF is not filled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /UIF/LREP_CONNEC_MSG -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Attribute 'target-language' in element of XLIFF is not filled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /UIF/LREP_CONNEC_MSG017 - Attribute 'target-language' in element of XLIFF is not filled ?

  The SAP error message /UIF/LREP_CONNEC_MSG017 indicates that there is an issue with the XLIFF file being processed, specifically that the target-language attribute in the <file> element is not filled. This attribute is crucial as it specifies the language into which the content is to be translated.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Attribute: The target-language attribute is not defined in the XLIFF file.
  Incorrect Formatting: The XLIFF file may not be properly formatted, leading to the omission of required attributes.
  File Generation Issues: If the XLIFF file was generated by a tool or process, it may not have populated the target-language attribute correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Edit the XLIFF File:
  
  Open the XLIFF file in a text editor or an XML editor.
  Locate the <file> element and ensure that the target-language attribute is present and correctly filled. It should look something like this:
  <file source-language="en" target-language="de" datatype="plaintext" original="file.ext">
  
  If the target-language attribute is missing, add it with the appropriate language code (e.g., en for English, de for German).
  
  
  
  Validate the XLIFF Structure:
  
  Ensure that the overall structure of the XLIFF file adheres to the XLIFF specification. You can use XML validation tools to check for any structural issues.
  
  
  
  Regenerate the XLIFF File:
  
  If the file was generated by a tool, check the settings or configurations of that tool to ensure it correctly populates the target-language attribute.
  Regenerate the XLIFF file after making the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or the specific guidelines for XLIFF file creation and handling to ensure compliance with expected formats.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  XLIFF Specification: XLIFF (XML Localization Interchange File Format) is a standard format for the exchange of localization data. Understanding its structure can help in troubleshooting issues.
  SAP Translation Tools: Familiarize yourself with the SAP translation tools and their requirements for XLIFF files, as they may have specific needs regarding attributes and structure.
  Language Codes: Ensure that the language codes used in the target-language attribute conform to the ISO 639-1 standard.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully process the XLIFF file in SAP.