How To Fix 3R309 - Value '&1' for 'Output Language' is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3R - HR-PAY: Messages for evaluation programs (international)

• Message number: 309

• Message text: Value '&1' for 'Output Language' is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3R309 - Value '&1' for 'Output Language' is invalid ?

  The SAP error message 3R309 indicates that the value provided for the 'Output Language' is invalid. This error typically occurs when the system is unable to recognize the specified language code in the context of a transaction or report.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Language Code: The language code provided does not exist in the system or is not supported.
  Configuration Issues: The output language may not be configured correctly in the system settings.
  User Profile Settings: The user profile may not have the correct language settings.
  Missing Language Packs: The required language pack may not be installed in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Language Code: Verify that the language code you are using is valid. Common language codes include:
  
  EN for English
  DE for German
  FR for French
  ES for Spanish
  Ensure that the code is correctly spelled and formatted.
  
  
  
  Review User Profile: Go to the user profile settings and check the default language setting. You can do this by navigating to:
  
  SU01 (User Maintenance) ? Enter the user ID ? Check the 'Defaults' tab for the 'Logon Language'.
  
  
  
  Check System Configuration: Ensure that the output language is configured correctly in the relevant transaction or report. This may involve checking the settings in:
  
  SPRO (Customizing) ? Navigate to the relevant area for output settings.
  
  
  
  Install Language Packs: If the language is not available, you may need to install the necessary language packs. This typically requires administrative access to the SAP system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on supported languages and configurations.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SU01 for user maintenance and SPRO for configuration settings.
  Language Codes: A complete list of language codes can usually be found in SAP documentation or by querying the relevant tables in the SAP system (e.g., T002).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance related to language settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 3R309 regarding the invalid output language.