How To Fix 42607 - Language key &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 42 - Information Workbench

• Message number: 607

• Message text: Language key &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 42607 - Language key &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message "42607 Language key &1 does not exist" typically indicates that the system is trying to access a language that has not been configured or is not available in the SAP system. This can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to display texts, reports, or other elements that require a specific language.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Language Configuration: The specified language key (e.g., 'EN' for English, 'DE' for German) is not set up in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Language Key: The language key being referenced may be misspelled or incorrect.
  Transport Issues: If language-specific data was transported from one system to another, it may not have been included or properly configured.
  User Profile Settings: The user profile may be set to a language that is not available in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Language Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SMLT (Language Transport) to check if the language is installed.
  If the language is not installed, you may need to install it using transaction SMLT or consult with your SAP Basis team.
  
  
  
  Verify Language Key:
  
  Ensure that the language key being used is correct. You can check the available languages in the system by using transaction SE63 (Translation) or SMLT.
  
  
  
  User Profile Settings:
  
  Check the user settings by going to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and verifying the default language for the user profile.
  
  
  
  Transport Language Data:
  
  If the language was supposed to be transported, ensure that the transport request containing the language data has been properly imported into the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on language settings and configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SMLT: Language Transport
  SE63: Translation
  SU01: User Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to language configuration.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical support team for further assistance.