How To Fix CRM_CAT_IL_MSG004 - Source language is &1; target language is &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_CAT_IL_MSG - Multilevel Categorization - GenIL Messages

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Source language is &1; target language is &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_CAT_IL_MSG004 - Source language is &1; target language is &2 ?

  The SAP error message CRM_CAT_IL_MSG004, which states "Source language is &1; target language is &2," typically occurs in the context of language settings in SAP CRM (Customer Relationship Management) when there is a mismatch between the source language and the target language during a translation or data processing operation.
  Cause:
  
  Language Mismatch: The error is primarily caused by a mismatch between the source language and the target language settings in the system. This can happen when the system is trying to translate or process data that is not available in the specified target language.
  Missing Translations: The target language may not have the necessary translations available for the data being processed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the language settings of the CRM system or the specific transaction being executed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Language Settings:
  
  Verify the source and target language settings in the user profile or transaction settings. Ensure that the languages are correctly configured.
  You can check the user settings by navigating to SU01 (User Maintenance) and reviewing the language settings.
  
  
  
  Ensure Translations Exist:
  
  Check if the necessary translations exist for the target language. You can do this by reviewing the translation tables or using transaction SE63 (Translation) to see if the required texts are available in the target language.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If you are an administrator, review the configuration settings related to languages in the CRM system. Ensure that the languages are properly set up in the system landscape.
  You may need to consult with your SAP Basis team to ensure that the language packs are correctly installed and configured.
  
  
  
  Fallback Language:
  
  If the target language does not have the required translations, consider using a fallback language that has the necessary data available.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to language settings and translations for further guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE63: For translation-related tasks.
  SU01: For user maintenance and checking user-specific language settings.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to language settings and translations.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CRM_CAT_IL_MSG004 error and ensure that the language settings in your SAP CRM system are correctly configured.