How To Fix GG170 - Do not enter the logon language

GG170 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GG - Messages for FI-SL customizing

• Message number: 170

• Message text: Do not enter the logon language

What causes this issue?

You can enter the text for your logon language in the screen with the
master data.

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?

For the foreign-language texts, enter only texts that do not exist for
your logon language.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GG170 - Do not enter the logon language ?

  The SAP error message GG170, which states "Do not enter the logon language," typically occurs when a user attempts to log into the SAP system and specifies a logon language in a way that is not permitted by the system configuration.
  
  Cause:
  
  Logon Language Specification: The error usually arises when the logon language is explicitly entered in a way that the system does not accept. This can happen if the user tries to enter a language code that is not supported or if the system is configured to not allow manual entry of the logon language.
  System Configuration: The SAP system may be configured to use a default logon language, and manual entry is restricted to prevent inconsistencies or errors.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Use Default Logon Language: Instead of entering a logon language manually, simply leave the logon language field blank. The system will then use the default logon language configured for your user profile or the