How To Fix 6G091 - Language & is not defined as a translation language

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 6G - Messages for System Administration Assistant

• Message number: 091

• Message text: Language & is not defined as a translation language

What causes this issue?

You want to translate the structure texts of the System Administration
Assistant into language &V1&.

System Response

Language &V1& is not a translation language.

How to fix this error?

If you need the current system language as a translation language, you
must set language &V1& as a translation language using Transaction
SLW4.
If the current system is not used as a translation system, perform the
translation in the translation system and then transport the texts from
the translation system into the current system (and if necessary, other
systems).

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 6G091 - Language & is not defined as a translation language ?

  The SAP error message 6G091 indicates that a specific language is not defined as a translation language in the system. This typically occurs when you attempt to use a language that has not been configured for translation purposes in your SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Language Not Configured: The language you are trying to use is not set up in the system as a valid translation language.
  Missing Language Packs: The necessary language packs may not be installed in your SAP system.
  Incorrect Language Code: There might be a typo or an incorrect language code being used in the transaction or configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Language Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SMLT (Language Transport) to check the languages that are configured in your system.
  Ensure that the language you are trying to use is listed and marked as a translation language.
  
  
  
  Add Language:
  
  If the language is not configured, you may need to add it. This can typically be done through transaction SMLT or by using the appropriate configuration settings in your SAP system.
  You may need to consult with your SAP Basis team or system administrator to add the language.
  
  
  
  Install Language Packs:
  
  If the language is not available, you may need to install the necessary language packs. This usually requires administrative access and may involve downloading the language pack from SAP and installing it.
  
  
  
  Check Language Code:
  
  Verify that the language code you are using is correct. For example, ensure that you are using the correct ISO code for the language.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on how to configure languages and translations in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SMLT (Language Transport) and SE63 (Translation) for managing translations and languages.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to language configuration.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to language settings in the SAP system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.