How To Fix ESH_CU_SW027 - Field LANGUAGE_CODE must be of ISO-format

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_CU_SW - ES: Term Mapping

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Field LANGUAGE_CODE must be of ISO-format

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_CU_SW027 - Field LANGUAGE_CODE must be of ISO-format ?

  The SAP error message ESH_CU_SW027 indicates that the field LANGUAGE_CODE must be in ISO format. This error typically arises when the system expects a language code that adheres to the ISO 639 standard, which defines codes for the names of languages.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Language Code: The value provided for the LANGUAGE_CODE field does not conform to the ISO 639 format. For example, it might be using a non-standard abbreviation or an unsupported language code.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a typographical error when entering the language code.
  Configuration Issue: The system may not be configured to recognize the language code being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Language Code: Verify that the language code you are using is a valid ISO 639 code. Common examples include:
  
  EN for English
  DE for German
  FR for French
  ES for Spanish
  IT for Italian
  
  
  
  Correct the Input: If you find that the language code is incorrect, update it to a valid ISO code.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If the language code is correct but the error persists, check the system configuration to ensure that the language is supported and properly configured in your SAP system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or the relevant configuration guides to ensure that you are using the correct codes and that your system is set up to handle the languages you need.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the input again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ISO 639: This is a set of international standards that lists short codes for language names. It is important to use the correct codes to avoid errors in systems that rely on language identification.
  SAP Language Settings: In SAP, language settings can be configured in various places, including user profiles and system settings. Ensure that the language you are trying to use is supported in your SAP environment.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context or solutions.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.