How To Fix CU874 - Alternative language not defined

CU874 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CU - Variants / configuration messages

• Message number: 874

• Message text: Alternative language not defined

What causes this issue?

The language key you entered for the alternative language is not
defined in your system.

System Response

The system checks whether the language key you enter is defined in the
system. If it is not, you see an error message.

How to fix this error?

Display the possible entries to see the language keys defined in the
system, and select one.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CU874 - Alternative language not defined ?

  The SAP error message CU874, which states "Alternative language not defined," typically occurs when the system is trying to access or process data in a language that has not been configured or defined in the system. This can happen in various contexts, such as when dealing with translations, reports, or user interfaces.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Language Configuration: The alternative language that the system is trying to access has not been defined in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Language Settings: The user profile or the specific transaction may be set to a language that is not supported or configured in the system.
  Transport Requests: If you are working with transport requests, the language might not be included in the transport configuration.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define the Language:
  
  Go to transaction code SMLT (Language Transport) to check if the required language is available.
  If the language is not defined, you may need to add it using transaction SMLT or consult with your SAP Basis