How To Fix CRM_SVY_API211 - Language &1 is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_SVY_API - Interface Communication R/3 <-> Survey Engine

• Message number: 211

• Message text: Language &1 is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_SVY_API211 - Language &1 is not valid ?

  The SAP error message CRM_SVY_API211 with the description "Language &1 is not valid" typically occurs in the context of SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) when there is an issue with the language settings in the system. This error indicates that the specified language code (represented by &1) is not recognized or is not valid in the current context.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Language Code: The language code provided in the transaction or API call is not valid or does not exist in the system.
  Missing Language Configuration: The language may not be configured in the SAP system, or it may not be installed.
  User Profile Settings: The user profile may be set to a language that is not supported or recognized by the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the language code being used.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Language Code: Verify that the language code being used is correct. Common language codes include:
  
  EN for English
  DE for German
  FR for French
  ES for Spanish
  Ensure that the code matches the standard ISO language codes.
  
  
  
  Language Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SMLT to check the installed languages in your SAP system.
  If the required language is not installed, you may need to install it using the appropriate SAP installation tools.
  
  
  
  User Profile Settings:
  
  Check the user settings in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) to ensure that the user’s default language is set to a valid language.
  If necessary, change the user’s default language to a valid one.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code: If the error occurs in custom development (e.g., custom reports, enhancements), review the code to ensure that it is handling language codes correctly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to language settings and CRM to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SMLT: Language Transport
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SE80: Object Navigator (for checking custom developments)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to language settings in CRM.
  
  
  Language Installation: If you need to install a new language, you may need to follow the procedures outlined in the SAP documentation for language installation.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the CRM_SVY_API211 error message.