How To Fix CA_TTE_ADMIN050 - Only the logon language (&1) can be assigned as default language

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CA_TTE_ADMIN - The message class for administration tool

• Message number: 050

• Message text: Only the logon language (&1) can be assigned as default language

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CA_TTE_ADMIN050 - Only the logon language (&1) can be assigned as default language ?

  The SAP error message CA_TTE_ADMIN050 indicates that there is an issue with the default language assignment for a user or a system setting. Specifically, it states that only the logon language (denoted as &1 in the message) can be assigned as the default language. This typically occurs in the context of user settings or system configurations where the default language is being set incorrectly.
  Cause:
  
  Logon Language Mismatch: The user is trying to set a default language that is different from their logon language. SAP restricts the default language to ensure consistency in user experience.
  Configuration Error: There may be a misconfiguration in the user profile or system settings that is causing this error.
  User Profile Settings: The user profile may have been modified incorrectly, leading to an invalid default language setting.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Logon Language:
  
  Go to the user profile settings (transaction code SU01).
  Check the logon language of the user. This is usually set in the "Defaults" tab.
  Ensure that the default language is set to the same as the logon language.
  
  
  
  Change Default Language:
  
  If the default language is set incorrectly, change it to match the logon language.
  Save the changes and log out and back in to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If the issue is not user-specific, check the system-wide language settings.
  Use transaction SMLT to review language settings and ensure that the default language is configured correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to language settings and user profiles for any additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above settings, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  User Profile Management: Understanding how to manage user profiles in SAP is crucial for resolving language-related issues.
  Language Settings in SAP: Familiarize yourself with how languages are configured in SAP, including transaction codes like SMLT for language transport and SU01 for user management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CA_TTE_ADMIN050 error and ensure that the default language is set correctly for the user.