How To Fix 5L090 - Please specify the layout language

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5L - Messages for Malaysian HRMS.

• Message number: 090

• Message text: Please specify the layout language

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5L090 - Please specify the layout language ?

  The SAP error message 5L090 ("Please specify the layout language") typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a report or transaction that requires a specific layout language to be defined, but it has not been set. This can happen in various contexts, such as when generating reports or using certain SAP applications that rely on layout settings.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following:
  
  Missing Layout Language Setting: The user has not specified a layout language in their user profile or in the report settings.
  Default Language Not Set: The system does not have a default layout language configured for the user or the report.
  User Profile Configuration: The user profile may not have the necessary settings for layout language.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Set Layout Language in User Profile:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to System > User Profile > Own Data (or use transaction code SU3).
  In the Defaults tab, look for the Layout Language field.
  Specify the desired layout language (e.g., EN for English, DE for German).
  Save your changes.
  
  
  
  Specify Layout Language in Report:
  
  If you are running a specific report, check if there is an option to specify the layout language directly in the report selection screen.
  Ensure that you select the appropriate layout language before executing the report.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the layout settings. If not, contact your SAP administrator.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction or report you are trying to execute.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may encounter this error in various transaction codes, especially those related to reporting (e.g., SE38, SA38 for executing reports).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to set their user profiles correctly, including layout language settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5L090 and successfully execute the desired report or transaction.