How To Fix GG818 - Enter a language key

GG818 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 818

• Message text: Enter a language key

What causes this issue?

You have forgotten to enter a language indicator.

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?

Please enter a language indicator.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GG818 - Enter a language key ?

  The SAP error message GG818, which states "Enter a language key," typically occurs when a user is trying to perform an action that requires a language key to be specified, but it has not been provided. This can happen in various contexts within SAP, such as when creating or modifying records that involve language-dependent data.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Language Key: The most common cause is that the language key field is left blank when it is required for the transaction or operation being performed.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the language settings in the SAP system.
  User Profile Settings: The user profile may not have a default language set, leading to this error when trying to access language-dependent data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter a Language Key: When prompted with the error, check the relevant field and enter a valid language key (e.g., 'EN' for English, 'DE' for German, etc.).
  Check User Profile: Ensure that your