How To Fix CM_BOV_SCC003 - Cannot convert language &1 into ISO language

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_BOV_SCC - Messages for EHPRC_BOV_SCC

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Cannot convert language &1 into ISO language

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_BOV_SCC003 - Cannot convert language &1 into ISO language ?

  The SAP error message CM_BOV_SCC003 indicates that there is an issue with converting a specified language into an ISO language code. This typically occurs when the system encounters a language that is not recognized or is not properly configured in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported Language: The language specified in the error message is not supported by the SAP system or is not defined in the system's language settings.
  Incorrect Language Code: The language code provided may be incorrect or not conforming to the ISO standards.
  Missing Language Configuration: The language may not be installed or configured in the SAP system.
  Data Issues: There may be data entries in the system that reference an unsupported or incorrectly defined language.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Language Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SMLT (Language Transport) to check if the language is installed and configured correctly.
  Ensure that the language code is valid and corresponds to an ISO language code.
  
  
  
  Install Missing Languages:
  
  If the language is not installed, you may need to install it using transaction code SMLT or through the SAP installation process.
  
  
  
  Correct Language Codes:
  
  Review the data entries that are causing the error and ensure that the language codes are correct and conform to ISO standards.
  
  
  
  Update Language Settings:
  
  If you have recently changed language settings or configurations, ensure that all relevant settings are updated and consistent across the system.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Run consistency checks on the data to identify any entries that may be causing the issue. This can often be done through transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser).
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ISO Language Codes: Familiarize yourself with the list of ISO 639 language codes to ensure that the language codes used in your SAP system are valid.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on language settings and configurations.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.