How To Fix /CFG/DB061 - Language &1 specified in texts for Dimension &2 is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CFG/DB -

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Language &1 specified in texts for Dimension &2 is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CFG/DB061 - Language &1 specified in texts for Dimension &2 is not valid ?

  The SAP error message /CFG/DB061 Language &1 specified in texts for Dimension &2 is not valid typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when there is an issue with the language settings for a specific dimension in your data model. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Language Code: The language code specified for the texts of a dimension is not recognized or is not valid in the system.
  Missing Language Configuration: The language may not be configured in the system, or the texts for that language are missing for the specified dimension.
  Dimension Configuration Issues: There may be issues with how the dimension is set up, including missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Language Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SMLT (Language Transport) or SMLT to check if the language is properly configured in your SAP system.
  Ensure that the language code specified in the error message is valid and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Dimension Texts:
  
  Use transaction RSMD (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check the texts for the specified dimension.
  Ensure that texts exist for the specified language. If they are missing, you may need to create or update them.
  
  
  
  Update Dimension Settings:
  
  If the dimension is incorrectly configured, you may need to adjust the settings. This can be done in the Data Warehousing Workbench or the relevant modeling tools.
  Ensure that the dimension is properly activated and that all necessary texts are available in the required languages.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check if the transport request included all necessary language texts and configurations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling language settings and dimension configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for additional context or related errors that may provide more insight into the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.