How To Fix ESH_CU_SEM013 - &1 is not a valid language code

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_CU_SEM - ES: Semantics-based Configuration

• Message number: 013

• Message text: &1 is not a valid language code

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_CU_SEM013 - &1 is not a valid language code ?

  The SAP error message ESH_CU_SEM013 indicates that the system has encountered an invalid language code. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Enterprise Search or when dealing with language-dependent data in the system.
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Language Code: The language code provided in the system is not recognized or is incorrectly formatted. This could happen if:
  
  The language code is misspelled.
  The language code does not exist in the system configuration.
  The language code is not supported by the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The language settings in the system may not be properly configured, leading to the system not recognizing the specified language.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Users may have entered an incorrect language code in a transaction or configuration setting.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Language Code: Verify the language code being used. Ensure that it is a valid ISO language code (e.g., 'EN' for English, 'DE' for German). You can refer to the SAP documentation or the list of supported languages in your SAP system.
  
  
  Configuration Settings:
  
  Go to transaction SMLT (Language Transport) to check the language settings.
  Ensure that the language is installed and activated in your SAP system. You can check this in transaction SMLT or SE80.
  
  
  
  Adjust User Settings: If the error occurs for a specific user, check the user’s language settings in transaction SU01. Ensure that the user profile has a valid language code.
  
  
  Review Custom Code: If the error is occurring in custom development (e.g., custom reports, programs, or enhancements), review the code to ensure that it is handling language codes correctly.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the functionality again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Language Codes: Familiarize yourself with the list of valid language codes supported by SAP. This can usually be found in the SAP Help documentation or through the SAP Community.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.