How To Fix 42681 - No language information exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 42 - Information Workbench

• Message number: 681

• Message text: No language information exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 42681 - No language information exists ?

  The SAP error message "42681 No language information exists" typically occurs when the system is unable to find the necessary language data for a specific language in the SAP system. This can happen for various reasons, such as missing language packs, incorrect configuration, or issues with user settings.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Language Packs: The required language pack may not be installed in the SAP system.
  Incorrect User Settings: The user profile may be set to a language that is not supported or not installed in the system.
  Transport Issues: If language data was transported from one system to another, it may not have been included or may have failed to transport correctly.
  Database Issues: There may be issues with the database that prevent the language data from being accessed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Install Missing Language Packs:
  
  Check if the required language pack is installed in the SAP system. You can do this by navigating to the transaction code SMLT (Language Transport) and verifying the installed languages.
  If the language pack is missing, you may need to install it using the appropriate installation procedures.
  
  
  
  Check User Profile Settings:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and check the user profile settings. Ensure that the language set for the user is one that is installed in the system.
  If necessary, change the user’s default language to one that is available.
  
  
  
  Verify Language Data:
  
  Use transaction SE63 (Translation) to check if the language data exists for the required language. If it does not, you may need to create or import the necessary translations.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that the language data was included and transported correctly.
  
  
  
  Database Consistency:
  
  If you suspect database issues, you may need to run consistency checks or consult with your database administrator to ensure that the language data is accessible.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to language issues for specific guidance and troubleshooting steps. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for language management and installation procedures for additional context and steps.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with details about the error and the steps you have already taken.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the "No language information exists" error in your SAP system.