How To Fix CM_EHFND_COMN173 - &1 is not a valid language key; select a valid language key

CM_EHFND_COMN173 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHFND_COMN - Commonly Used Messages

• Message number: 173

• Message text: &1 is not a valid language key; select a valid language key

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHFND_COMN173 - &1 is not a valid language key; select a valid language key ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHFND_COMN173 indicates that the system has encountered an invalid language key. This typically occurs when a language key that is not recognized or not supported by the system is being used in a transaction or configuration.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Language Key: The language key provided does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo or an attempt to use a language that has not been installed or activated in the SAP system.
  
  Configuration Issues: The language settings in the user profile or in the application configuration may not be set correctly.
  Data Entry Error: Users may have entered an incorrect language key in a field that requires a valid language code.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Language Keys: Verify the language key being used. Common language keys include:
  
  EN for English
  DE for German
  FR for French
  ES for Spanish
  Ensure that the key you are using is valid and supported by your SAP system.
  
  
  
  User Profile Settings: