How To Fix AP803 - Language does not exist.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AP - Investment program messages

• Message number: 803

• Message text: Language does not exist.

What causes this issue?

There is neither an SAP internal language key nor an ISO code for the
language.

System Response

Processing is not continued.

How to fix this error?

Enter either the SAP internal language key or an ISO code for the
language.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AP803 - Language does not exist. ?

  The SAP error message AP803 ("Language does not exist") typically occurs when the system is unable to find the specified language in the user settings or in the configuration. This can happen for various reasons, such as incorrect user profile settings, missing language packs, or issues with the system configuration.
  Causes:
  
  User Profile Settings: The user profile may be set to a language that is not installed or supported in the SAP system.
  Missing Language Packs: The required language pack may not be installed on the SAP system.
  Incorrect Language Code: The language code specified in the user settings or in the transaction may be incorrect or not recognized by the system.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the system configuration that prevent the language from being recognized.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check User Profile:
  
  Go to the user settings (transaction code SU01) and check the "Defaults" tab.
  Ensure that the "Logon Language" is set to a valid language that is installed in the system (e.g., EN for English, DE for German).
  
  
  
  Install Language Packs:
  
  If the required language is not installed, you may need to install the appropriate language pack. This typically requires administrative access to the SAP system.
  Consult with your SAP Basis team to ensure that the necessary language packs are installed.
  
  
  
  Verify Language Codes:
  
  Ensure that the language code you are using is correct. You can refer to the SAP documentation for a list of valid language codes.
  
  
  
  Check System Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, check the system configuration to ensure that there are no underlying issues affecting language settings.
  This may involve checking the system parameters or consulting with your SAP Basis team.
  
  
  
  Logon Language:
  
  If you are logging into the system, make sure to select a valid logon language from the logon screen.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to language settings. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for documentation on user management and language settings.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  If the problem continues after trying these solutions, it may be necessary to escalate the issue to your SAP support team for further investigation.