How To Fix BS239 - Foreign language and logon language must be different

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BS - Status Management

• Message number: 239

• Message text: Foreign language and logon language must be different

What causes this issue?

You can translate the texts only into a language other than the
SAP logon language.

How to fix this error?

Enter another language.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BS239 - Foreign language and logon language must be different ?

  The SAP error message BS239 indicates that there is a conflict between the foreign language and the logon language settings in the SAP system. Specifically, this error occurs when a user attempts to set the foreign language to be the same as the logon language. 
  Cause:
  
  The logon language is the language in which the user interface of SAP is displayed when the user logs in.
  The foreign language is typically used for translations or for displaying texts in a different language.
  SAP requires that these two languages be different to ensure that the user can see the interface in one language while working with texts or data in another language.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BS239 error, you need to ensure that the foreign language and logon language are set to different values. Here’s how you can do that:
  
  
  Log in to SAP:
  
  Use your current logon credentials to access the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Change the Foreign Language Setting:
  
  Go to the user settings. You can do this by navigating to the menu: System > User Profile > Own Data (or use transaction code SU3).
  In the Defaults tab, look for the field labeled Foreign Language.
  Change the value in the Foreign Language field to a language that is different from your logon language.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the changes, save your settings.
  
  
  
  Log Out and Log Back In:
  
  It may be necessary to log out of the SAP system and log back in for the changes to take effect.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  User Profile Settings: The user profile settings in SAP allow users to customize their experience, including language preferences.
  Language Codes: Familiarize yourself with the language codes used in SAP (e.g., EN for English, DE for German, FR for French) to ensure you select appropriate languages.
  SAP Documentation: For more detailed information, refer to the official SAP documentation or help resources related to user profiles and language settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BS239 error and continue using the SAP system without issues related to language settings.