How To Fix FT019 - Alternative language & is the same as the maintenance language

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FT - FI Table Maintenance Error Messages

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Alternative language & is the same as the maintenance language

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FT019 - Alternative language & is the same as the maintenance language ?

  The SAP error message FT019 indicates that the alternative language specified in a transaction or configuration is the same as the maintenance language. This typically occurs in scenarios where language settings are being configured for certain data, such as texts or descriptions, and the system expects different languages to be used.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  The alternative language field is set to the same value as the maintenance language. For example, if the maintenance language is set to English (EN), and the alternative language is also set to English (EN), the system will throw this error.
  This situation can occur during the creation or modification of texts, descriptions, or other language-dependent data in SAP.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FT019 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Change the Alternative Language:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction or configuration where the error occurred.
  Change the alternative language to a different language than the maintenance language. For example, if the maintenance language is English (EN), you could set the alternative language to German (DE) or French (FR).
  
  
  
  Check Language Settings:
  
  Ensure that the language settings in your user profile or the specific transaction are correctly configured.
  You can check your user settings by navigating to the user profile settings in SAP.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you are working with a specific configuration or customizing settings, review the configuration to ensure that the language settings are appropriate and do not conflict.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct languages to use, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator for guidance on language settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Language Settings in SAP: SAP supports multiple languages, and each user can set their preferred language in their user profile. The maintenance language is typically the language in which the data is primarily maintained, while alternative languages are used for translations.
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context of the error, you may be using specific transaction codes related to text maintenance (e.g., SO10 for text management).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to language handling in your version of SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FT019 error and continue with your tasks in SAP.