How To Fix APO_BAPI015 - Language key &1 is not valid for maintaining a short text

APO_BAPI015 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APO_BAPI - Message Class for APO BAPIs

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Language key &1 is not valid for maintaining a short text

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APO_BAPI015 - Language key &1 is not valid for maintaining a short text ?

  The SAP error message APO_BAPI015 indicates that there is an issue with the language key being used in the context of maintaining a short text in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error typically arises when the language key provided does not correspond to a valid language in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Language Key: The language key specified in the transaction or BAPI call is not recognized by the system. This could be due to a typo or an unsupported language code.
  Missing Language Configuration: The language may not be configured in the SAP system, or the necessary language packs may not be installed.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have entered an incorrect language key while trying to maintain short text descriptions.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Language Key: Verify the language key being used. Ensure that it is a valid ISO language code (e.g., 'EN' for English, 'DE' for German).
  Language Configuration: Check the system configuration