How To Fix D9503 - Language &1 is not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: D9 - Environment Management System

• Message number: 503

• Message text: Language &1 is not permitted

What causes this issue?

You have entered a language that does not exist.

System Response

A text cannot be found for this language.

How to fix this error?

Use input help to choose another language.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message D9503 - Language &1 is not permitted ?

  The SAP error message D9503, which states "Language &1 is not permitted," typically occurs when a user attempts to access a language that is not configured or allowed in the SAP system. This can happen in various contexts, such as when a user tries to log in, access a transaction, or generate reports in a language that the system does not support.
  Cause:
  
  Language Not Installed: The specified language (denoted by &1) is not installed in the SAP system.
  User Profile Settings: The user profile may not have the necessary permissions or settings to access the specified language.
  Client Settings: The client configuration may restrict the use of certain languages.
  Missing Language Packs: Language packs may not be installed or activated in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Installed Languages:
  
  Go to transaction code SMLT to check which languages are installed in the system. If the required language is not listed, it needs to be installed.
  
  
  
  Install Language:
  
  If the language is not installed, you may need to install it using transaction code SMLT. This typically requires administrative privileges.
  
  
  
  User Profile Settings:
  
  Check the user profile settings in transaction code SU01. Ensure that the user has the correct language settings and permissions.
  
  
  
  Client Settings:
  
  Verify the client settings in transaction code SCC4. Ensure that the client allows the use of the specified language.
  
  
  
  Language Packs:
  
  If the language is not available, you may need to download and install the appropriate language packs from SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Basis Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to make these changes, contact your SAP Basis team or system administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SMLT: Language Transport Management
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SCC4: Client Administration
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or updates related to language settings and configurations.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on language settings and user profiles.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the D9503 error and allow the use of the desired language in your SAP system.