How To Fix CM_RGG015 - Specify a language that does not yet exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_RGG - Report Generation Groups

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Specify a language that does not yet exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_RGG015 - Specify a language that does not yet exist ?

  The SAP error message CM_RGG015, which states "Specify a language that does not yet exist," typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a language in the SAP system that has not been defined or is not recognized by the system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when configuring language settings for a user, creating a new language for a document, or during system configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Undefined Language: The language code you are trying to use is not defined in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Language Code: The language code may be misspelled or incorrectly formatted.
  System Configuration: The language may not be activated in the system settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CM_RGG015 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Language Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SMLT (Language Transport) or SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Navigate to SAP Customizing Implementation Guide > General Settings > Set Languages.
  Verify if the language you are trying to use is listed and activated.
  
  
  
  Add a New Language:
  
  If the language does not exist, you may need to add it.
  In the same configuration area, you can add a new language by specifying the language code and description.
  
  
  
  Verify Language Code:
  
  Ensure that the language code you are using is correct. Language codes are typically in ISO 639-1 format (e.g., 'EN' for English, 'DE' for German).
  Check for any typos or incorrect entries.
  
  
  
  User Profile Settings:
  
  If the error occurs when setting up a user profile, ensure that the user’s language settings are correctly configured in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that any changes related to languages are included in the transport requests and have been moved to the appropriate environment (e.g., QA or Production).
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Language Codes: Familiarize yourself with the standard language codes used in SAP.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues or patches related to language configuration.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed instructions on language settings and configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or consulting SAP support for further assistance.