How To Fix BT274 - The language & is not installed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BT - Background processing messages

• Message number: 274

• Message text: The language & is not installed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BT274 - The language & is not installed ?

  The SAP error message BT274, which states "The language & is not installed," typically occurs when a user attempts to access a language that has not been installed in the SAP system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when a user logs in with a language that is not supported or when a report or transaction is executed in a language that is not available.
  Cause:
  
  Language Not Installed: The specific language that the user is trying to access has not been installed in the SAP system.
  User Profile Settings: The user profile may be set to a language that is not available in the system.
  Missing Language Packs: Language packs may not have been installed during the initial setup or may have been removed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Install the Required Language:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can install the required language using transaction code SMLT (Language Transport).
  Follow the steps to add the language to the system. This typically involves importing the language transport request.
  
  
  
  Change User Language Settings:
  
  If the language is not required, you can change the user’s default language in the user profile.
  Use transaction code SU01 to access the user profile and change the default language to one that is installed.
  
  
  
  Check Language Availability:
  
  You can check which languages are currently installed in the system using transaction code SMLT or by checking the system settings.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to install languages or change settings, contact your SAP Basis team or system administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SMLT: Language Transport
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SE93: Transaction Codes
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or troubleshooting steps related to language installation issues.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on language installation and configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BT274 error and ensure that the required language is available for use in the SAP system.