How To Fix ET002 - Language & is not allowed as the original language

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ET - Translation and maintenance language

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Language & is not allowed as the original language

What causes this issue?

In Customizing, you can define a language as the permitted original
language. In this case, not all the installed languages are permitted
original languages for development objects.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ET002 - Language & is not allowed as the original language ?

  The SAP error message ET002 typically indicates that the specified language is not allowed as the original language for a particular transaction or process. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when creating or modifying documents, reports, or other objects in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Language Configuration: The language specified in the transaction is not configured as an original language in the SAP system. SAP systems have specific settings that determine which languages can be used as the original language for various objects.
  User Profile Settings: The user profile may not have the necessary authorizations or settings to use the specified language.
  System Settings: The system may be configured to restrict certain languages for specific transactions or modules.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Language Settings:
  
  Verify the language settings in the SAP system. You can do this by checking the transaction SMLT (Language Transport) or SPRO (Customizing) to see if the language is allowed as an original language.
  Ensure that the language you are trying to use is installed and activated in the system.
  
  
  
  User Profile:
  
  Check the user profile settings to ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to use the specified language. You can do this by going to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and reviewing the user’s settings.
  
  
  
  Change Language:
  
  If the specified language is not allowed, consider changing the language to one that is permitted as the original language for the transaction you are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team to understand the specific language restrictions for the transaction you are working with.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you may need to adjust the system configuration to allow the specified language as an original language. This typically requires access to the system's customizing settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to language settings and error ET002.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on language settings and configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.